Ericaceae Kalmia angustifolia L.
Sheep Laurel
Montagnais - Drug, Gastrointestinal Aid
Use documented by:
Speck, Frank G., 1917, Medicine Practices of the Northeastern Algonquians, Proceedings of the 19th International Congress of Americanists Pp. 303-321, page 317
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Kalmia angustifolia L.
Scientific name: Kalmia angustifolia L.
USDA symbol: KAAN (
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Common names: Sheep Laurel
Family: Ericaceae
Family (APG): Ericaceae
Native American Tribe: Montagnais
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Gastrointestinal Aid
Notes: Infusion of leaves taken, poisonous if too strong, for stomach complaints.
RECRD: 88331 id: 19259