Latin name:
Carum carvi
L.
Botanical family:
Apiaceae
Growth habit:
Herb
Vernacular name(s):
caraway (Eng.)
carvi commun, anis (Fr.)
sicisis, iskotawutupe (Cree)
Uses:
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Analgesic [Abenaki: 67]. Boiled with 'Petasites sagittatus to treat chickenpox [Dene: 17].
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Rhizomes and seeds :
Used as a corrective and adjuvant, and to relieve colic [Cree 74].
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Seeds :
Tea given to children to treat cough [Cree 13].