Rosaceae Prunus cerasus L.

Sour Cherry

Cherokee - Drug, Gastrointestinal 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 28, 29

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Scientific name: Prunus cerasus L.
USDA symbol: PRCE (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Sour Cherry
Family: Rosaceae
Family (APG): Rosaceae
Native American Tribe: Cherokee
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Gastrointestinal Aid
Notes: Used in steambath for indigestion, biliousness and jaundice.

RECRD: 92433 id: 30322

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