Latin name:
Betula glandulosa
Michx.
Botanical family:
Betulaceae
Growth habit:
Shrub
Vernacular name(s):
glandular birch, dwarf birch (Eng.)
bouleau glanduleux (Fr.)
huu t'an (Dene)
ínt'ánbandhaze (Chipewyan)
Uses:
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Whole plant :
Tea taken to treat stomach problems [Dene 100].
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Inner bark :
Used to treat stomach problems [Dene 100].
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Leaves :
Used to treat insect bites [Dene 100].
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Twigs :
Chewed and applied to deep cuts [Chipewyan 92].