Cupressaceae Juniperus virginiana L.

Eastern Redcedar

Dakota - Drug, Misc. Disease Remedy

Use documented by:
Gilmore, Melvin R., 1919, Uses of Plants by the Indians of the Missouri River Region, SI-BAE Annual Report #33, page 63, 64

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Scientific name: Juniperus virginiana L.
USDA symbol: JUVIV (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Eastern Redcedar
Family: Cupressaceae
Family (APG): Cupressaceae
Native American Tribe: Dakota
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Misc. Disease Remedy
Notes: Decoction of leaves taken and used as a wash for cholera.

RECRD: 88287 id: 19152