Cornaceae Nyssa sp.

Black Gum

Creek - Drug, Tuberculosis Remedy

Use documented by:
Swanton, John R, 1928, Religious Beliefs and Medical Practices of the Creek Indians, SI-BAE Annual Report #42:473-672, page 659

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Scientific name: Nyssa sp.
Common names: Black Gum
Family: Cornaceae
Family (APG): Cornaceae
Native American Tribe: Creek
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Tuberculosis Remedy
Notes: Decoction of bark and chips taken and used as a wash for tuberculosis.

RECRD: 90322 id: 24180

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