Latin name: Linnaea borealis L.
Botanical family: Caprifoliaceae
Growth habit: Herb
Vernacular name(s): twin flower (Eng.)
linnée boréale (Fr.)
pâshpâshtshu (Montagnais)
Uses:
Paste used to cure inflamation of the limbs [Algonquians: 63]. Tea used to fight chest pain [Montagnais: 71].
Whole plant :Tea used in menstrual difficulties, and to ensure good health of pregnant women's babies [Algonquin 69].