Apocynaceae Apocynum cannabinum L.

Indianhemp

Cree, Hudson Bay - Drug, Emetic

Use documented by:
Holmes, E.M., 1884, Medicinal Plants Used by Cree Indians, Hudson's Bay Territory, The Pharmaceutical Journal and Transactions 15:302-304, page 303

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Scientific name: Apocynum cannabinum L.
USDA symbol: APCA (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Indianhemp
Family: Apocynaceae
Family (APG): Apocynaceae
Native American Tribe: Cree, Hudson Bay
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Emetic
Notes: Decoction of chewed leaves and bark taken as an emetic.

RECRD: 81461 id: 3793

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