Juncus bufonius L. Toad Rush USDA JUBUB |
Iroquois Drug, Emetic Infusion of plant taken as an emetic by runners. The runner drank about two quarts the first time, vomited, drank the same quantity and vomited again. The face and body were also washed with the liquid. This was done about three times during the week before the race. Waugh, F. W., 1916, Iroquis Foods and Food Preparation, Ottawa. Canada Department of Mines, page 89 |
Juncus bufonius var. bufonius Toad Rush USDA JUBUB |
Iroquois Drug, Dermatological Aid Compound decoction used as wash for the entire body. Herrick, James William, 1977, Iroquois Medical Botany, State University of New York, Albany, PhD Thesis, page 279 |
Juncus bufonius var. bufonius Toad Rush USDA JUBUB |
Iroquois Drug, Emetic Compound decoction taken as an emetic. Herrick, James William, 1977, Iroquois Medical Botany, State University of New York, Albany, PhD Thesis, page 279 |
Juncus bufonius var. bufonius Toad Rush USDA JUBUB |
Iroquois Drug, Strengthener Compound decoction taken to 'give strength to runners and other athletes.' Herrick, James William, 1977, Iroquois Medical Botany, State University of New York, Albany, PhD Thesis, page 279 |