Ulmaceae Ulmus americana L.

American Elm

Mohegan - Drug, Cough Medicine

Use documented by:
Tantaquidgeon, Gladys, 1928, Mohegan Medicinal Practices, Weather-Lore and Superstitions, SI-BAE Annual Report #43: 264-270, page 266

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Scientific name: Ulmus americana L.
USDA symbol: ULAM (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: American Elm
Family: Ulmaceae
Family (APG): Cannabaceae
Native American Tribe: Mohegan
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Cough Medicine
Notes: Infusion of bark taken for coughs.

RECRD: 96587 id: 41460