Rosaceae Prunus serotina Ehrh.
Black Cherry
Iroquois - Drug, Analgesic
Use documented by:
Herrick, James William, 1977, Iroquois Medical Botany, State University of New York, Albany, PhD Thesis, page 362
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Prunus serotina Ehrh.
Scientific name: Prunus serotina Ehrh.
USDA symbol: PRSES (
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Common names: Black Cherry
Family: Rosaceae
Family (APG): Rosaceae
Native American Tribe: Iroquois
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Analgesic
Notes: Decoction of bark taken or poultice applied to forehead and neck for headaches.
RECRD: 92535 id: 30604