Cupressaceae Juniperus communis var. montana Ait.
Common Juniper
Cheyenne - Drug, Throat Aid
Use documented by:
Grinnell, George Bird, 1972, The Cheyenne Indians - Their History and Ways of Life Vol.2, Lincoln. University of Nebraska Press, page 169
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Juniperus communis var. montana Ait.
Scientific name: Juniperus communis var. montana Ait.
USDA symbol: JUCOM2 (
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Common names: Common Juniper
Family: Cupressaceae
Family (APG): Cupressaceae
Native American Tribe: Cheyenne
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Throat Aid
Notes: Infusion of leaves used for a tickling in the throat.
RECRD: 1908 id: 18545