Ericaceae Kalmia angustifolia L.

Sheep Laurel

Micmac - Drug, Orthopedic Aid

Use documented by:
Chandler, R. Frank, Lois Freeman and Shirley N. Hooper, 1979, Herbal Remedies of the Maritime Indians, Journal of Ethnopharmacology 1:49-68, page 57

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Scientific name: Kalmia angustifolia L.
USDA symbol: KAAN (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Sheep Laurel
Family: Ericaceae
Family (APG): Ericaceae
Native American Tribe: Micmac
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Orthopedic Aid
Notes: Herb used for sprains, pain and swellings.

RECRD: 88326 id: 19254