Pinaceae Tsuga canadensis (L.) Carr.

Eastern Hemlock

Delaware, Oklahoma - Drug, Antirheumatic (External)

Use documented by:
Tantaquidgeon, Gladys, 1942, A Study of Delaware Indian Medicine Practice and Folk Beliefs, Harrisburg. Pennsylvania Historical Commission, page 30, 80

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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, Oklahoma
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Antirheumatic (External)
Notes: Decoction of roots or twigs used as herbal steam for rheumatism.

RECRD: 96437 id: 40864

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