Rosaceae Rubus hispidus L.

Bristly Dewberry

Rappahannock - Drug, Tonic

Use documented by:
Speck, Frank G., R.B. Hassrick and E.S. Carpenter, 1942, Rappahannock Herbals, Folk-Lore and Science of Cures, Proceedings of the Delaware County Institute of Science 10:7-55., page 32

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Scientific name: Rubus hispidus L.
USDA symbol: RUHI (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Bristly Dewberry
Family: Rosaceae
Family (APG): Rosaceae
Native American Tribe: Rappahannock
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Tonic
Notes: Fermented decoction of berries taken for dysentery and as a tonic.

RECRD: 93916 id: 34440

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