Ericaceae Chimaphila umbellata (L.) W. Bart.

Pipsissewa

Menominee - Drug, Blood Medicine

Use documented by:
Densmore, Francis, 1932, Menominee Music, SI-BAE Bulletin #102, page 129

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Scientific name: Chimaphila umbellata (L.) W. Bart.
USDA symbol: CHUMC2 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Pipsissewa
Family: Ericaceae
Family (APG): Ericaceae
Native American Tribe: Menominee
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Blood Medicine
Notes: Decoction of leaves taken to 'clear the blood.'

RECRD: 83910 id: 9624

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