Betulaceae Alnus incana (L.) Moench

Mountain Alder

Kutenai - Drug, Abortifacient

Use documented by:
Hart, Jeff, 1992, Montana Native Plants and Early Peoples, Helena. Montana Historical Society Press, page 5

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Scientific name: Alnus incana (L.) Moench
USDA symbol: ALINR (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Mountain Alder
Family: Betulaceae
Family (APG): Betulaceae
Native American Tribe: Kutenai
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Abortifacient
Notes: Infusion of bark taken for menstrual regulation.

RECRD: 45056 id: 2353

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