Pinaceae Tsuga canadensis (L.) Carr.

Eastern Hemlock

Delaware - Drug, Antirheumatic (External)

Use documented by:
Tantaquidgeon, Gladys, 1972, Folk Medicine of the Delaware and Related Algonkian Indians, Harrisburg. Pennsylvania Historical Commission Anthropological Papers #3, page 36

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Scientific name: Tsuga canadensis (L.) Carr.
USDA symbol: TSCA (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Eastern Hemlock
Family: Pinaceae
Family (APG): Pinaceae
Native American Tribe: Delaware
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Antirheumatic (External)
Notes: Hot infusion of roots or twigs used as a steam treatment for muscular swellings and stiff joints.

RECRD: 42745 id: 40863

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