Lamiaceae Mentha arvensis L.

Canadian Mint

Okanagon - Drug, Analgesic

Use documented by:
Perry, F., 1952, Ethno-Botany of the Indians in the Interior of British Columbia, Museum and Art Notes 2(2):36-43., page 42

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Scientific name: Mentha arvensis L.
USDA symbol: MEAR4 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Canadian Mint
Family: Lamiaceae
Family (APG): Lamiaceae
Native American Tribe: Okanagon
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Analgesic
Notes: Infusion of leaves and plant tips given to children with colicky pains.

RECRD: 89584 id: 22713

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