Ericaceae Kalmia polifolia Wangenh.

Bog Laurel

Tlingit - Drug, Dermatological Aid

Use documented by:
Krause, Aurel, 1956, The Tlingit Indians. Translated by Erna Gunther, Seattle. University of Washington Press, page 284

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Scientific name: Kalmia polifolia Wangenh.
USDA symbol: KAPO (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Bog Laurel
Family: Ericaceae
Family (APG): Ericaceae
Native American Tribe: Tlingit
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Infusion of whole plant used for skin ailments.

RECRD: 88337 id: 19291

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