Infusion drunk to stop vomiting and remove bile from the stomach [Montagnais 70]. Smoked to relieve asthma. Steeped to make a mash to be put in a bandage on the head for headache. Poultice used to heal sores and stop bleeding from cuts [Ojibwa 87]. Used to treat mouth sores, sores around the eyes and chest colds [Cree 80].