Cupressaceae Juniperus communis L.
Common Juniper
Cheyenne - Drug, Herbal Steam
Use documented by:
Hart, Jeffrey A., 1981, The Ethnobotany of the Northern Cheyenne Indians of Montana, Journal of Ethnopharmacology 4:1-55, page 4
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Juniperus communis L.
Scientific name: Juniperus communis L.
USDA symbol: JUCOD (
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Common names: Common Juniper
Family: Cupressaceae
Family (APG): Cupressaceae
Native American Tribe: Cheyenne
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Herbal Steam
Notes: Cones chewed, infusion of boughs or cones taken or used as steambath for colds.
RECRD: 88020 id: 18449