Rosaceae Prunus virginiana var. demissa (Nutt.) Torr.
Western Chokecherry
Menominee - Drug, Pulmonary Aid
Use documented by:
Densmore, Francis, 1932, Menominee Music, SI-BAE Bulletin #102, page 130
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Prunus virginiana var. demissa (Nutt.) Torr.
Scientific name: Prunus virginiana var. demissa (Nutt.) Torr.
USDA symbol: PRVID (
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Common names: Western Chokecherry
Family: Rosaceae
Family (APG): Rosaceae
Native American Tribe: Menominee
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Pulmonary Aid
Notes: Decoction of inner bark used for lung trouble.
RECRD: 92656 id: 30913