Rosaceae Rubus hispidus L.
Bristly Dewberry
Rappahannock - Drug, Antidiarrheal
Use documented by:
Carr, Lloyd G. and Carlos Westey, 1945, Surviving Folktales & Herbal Lore Among the Shinnecock Indians, Journal of American Folklore 58:113-123, page 119
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Rubus hispidus L.
Scientific name: Rubus hispidus L.
USDA symbol: RUHI (
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Common names: Bristly Dewberry
Family: Rosaceae
Family (APG): Rosaceae
Native American Tribe: Rappahannock
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Antidiarrheal
Notes: Infusion taken for diarrhea.
RECRD: 93914 id: 34438