Rosaceae Rubus idaeus L.

American Red Raspberry

Cree, Woodlands - Drug, Gynecological Aid

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 57

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Scientific name: Rubus idaeus L.
USDA symbol: RUIDI (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: American Red Raspberry
Family: Rosaceae
Family (APG): Rosaceae
Native American Tribe: Cree, Woodlands
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Gynecological Aid
Notes: Decoction of stem and upper part of the roots used to slow menstrual bleeding.

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