Pinaceae Pinus ponderosa P.& C. Lawson

Ponderosa Pine

Flathead - Drug, Analgesic

Use documented by:
Hart, Jeff, 1992, Montana Native Plants and Early Peoples, Helena. Montana Historical Society Press, page 50

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Scientific name: Pinus ponderosa P.& C. Lawson
USDA symbol: PIPOP (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Ponderosa Pine
Family: Pinaceae
Family (APG): Pinaceae
Native American Tribe: Flathead
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Analgesic
Notes: Poultice of pitch and melted animal tallow or lard used for backache.

RECRD: 45434 id: 27946

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