Salicaceae Populus sp.

Poplar

Blackfoot - Drug, Antirheumatic (External)

Use documented by:
Hellson, John C., 1974, Ethnobotany of the Blackfoot Indians, Ottawa. National Museums of Canada. Mercury Series, page 78

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Scientific name: Populus sp.
Common names: Poplar
Family: Salicaceae
Family (APG): Salicaceae
Native American Tribe: Blackfoot
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Antirheumatic (External)
Notes: Infusion of leaves and juniper roots applied like a liniment to stiff backs or backaches.

RECRD: 3834 id: 29508

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