Pinaceae Pinus strobus L.

Eastern White Pine

Chippewa - Drug, Dermatological Aid

Use documented by:
Gilmore, Melvin R., 1933, Some Chippewa Uses of Plants, Ann Arbor. University of Michigan Press, page 123

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Scientific name: Pinus strobus L.
USDA symbol: PIST (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Eastern White Pine
Family: Pinaceae
Family (APG): Pinaceae
Native American Tribe: Chippewa
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Poultice of pitch applied to felons and similar inflammations.

RECRD: 91588 id: 28180