Cupressaceae Juniperus scopulorum Sarg.
Rocky Mountain 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 170
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Juniperus scopulorum Sarg.
Scientific name: Juniperus scopulorum Sarg.
USDA symbol: JUSC2 (
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Common names: Rocky Mountain Juniper
Family: Cupressaceae
Family (APG): Cupressaceae
Native American Tribe: Cheyenne
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Throat Aid
Notes: Infusion of leaves taken for a tickling in the throat.
RECRD: 1911 id: 18959