What is another word for Apocynum Cannabinum?
Pronunciation: [ɐpˈɒsɪnəm kˈanɐbˌɪnəm] (IPA) 
Apocynum Cannabinum, commonly known as Indian Hemp, is a medicinal plant that has several synonyms. Some of these synonyms include Apocynum Sativum, Bitterroot, Dogbane, Indian Balsam, and Rheumatism Root. Interestingly, the plant had been used by the Native Americans for its medicinal properties, mainly for treating respiratory and heart conditions, before it gained recognition in mainstream medicine. The plant contains chemical compounds such as resin, tannins, and glycosides, which render it anti-inflammatory, cardiotonic, diuretic, and expectorant properties. Today, Apocynum Cannabinum is widely cultivated in North America and Europe as a medicinal herb, and it continues to be studied for its potential therapeutic uses.
