Pinaceae Larix laricina (Du Roi) K. Koch
Tamarack
Iroquois - Drug, Blood Medicine
Use documented by:
Herrick, James William, 1977, Iroquois Medical Botany, State University of New York, Albany, PhD Thesis, page 268
View all documented uses for
Larix laricina (Du Roi) K. Koch
Scientific name: Larix laricina (Du Roi) K. Koch
USDA symbol: LALA (
View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Tamarack
Family: Pinaceae
Family (APG): Pinaceae
Native American Tribe: Iroquois
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Blood Medicine
Notes: Fermented compound decoction taken when 'blood gets bad and cold.'
RECRD: 88438 id: 19499