Arctostaphylos alpina

Arctostaphylos alpina
Family:Arctostaphylos alpina; Antirheumatic; Blood purifier; Narcotic.
Common name:Alpine bearberry
An infusion of the pounded plant has been used as an external wash in the treatment of rheumatism and general illnesses. A decoction of the bark is used in the treatment of internal blood diseases. The leaves are narcotic and have been smoked to cause intoxication.

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