Ebenaceae Diospyros virginiana L.
Common Persimmon
Cherokee - Drug, Throat Aid
Use documented by:
Hamel, Paul B. and Mary U. Chiltoskey, 1975, Cherokee Plants and Their Uses -- A 400 Year History, Sylva, N.C. Herald Publishing Co., page 49
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Diospyros virginiana L.
Scientific name: Diospyros virginiana L.
USDA symbol: DIVI5 (
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Common names: Common Persimmon
Family: Ebenaceae
Family (APG): Ebenaceae
Native American Tribe: Cherokee
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Throat Aid
Notes: Syrup used for sore throat.
RECRD: 85101 id: 12566