Rosaceae Prunus pensylvanica L. f.
Pin Cherry
Malecite - Drug, Dermatological Aid
Use documented by:
Mechling, W.H., 1959, The Malecite Indians With Notes on the Micmacs, Anthropologica 8:239-263, page 250
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Prunus pensylvanica L. f.
Scientific name: Prunus pensylvanica L. f.
USDA symbol: PRPEP (
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Common names: Pin Cherry
Family: Rosaceae
Family (APG): Rosaceae
Native American Tribe: Malecite
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Outer layer of dried trees used as a powder for prickly heat.
RECRD: 44097 id: 30500