Betulaceae Alnus incana (L.) Moench
Mountain Alder
Cree, Woodlands - Drug, Eye Medicine
Use documented by:
Leighton, Anna L., 1985, Wild Plant Use by the Woods Cree (Nihithawak) of East-Central Saskatchewan, Ottawa. National Museums of Canada. Mercury Series, page 27
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Alnus incana (L.) Moench
Scientific name: Alnus incana (L.) Moench
USDA symbol: ALINR (
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Common names: Mountain Alder
Family: Betulaceae
Family (APG): Betulaceae
Native American Tribe: Cree, Woodlands
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Eye Medicine
Notes: Decoction of inner bark used as a wash for sore eyes.
RECRD: 5321 id: 2338