Solanaceae Solanum tuberosum L.

Irish Potato

Cherokee - Drug, Psychological Aid

Use documented by:
Hamel, Paul B. and Mary U. Chiltoskey, 1975, Cherokee Plants and Their Uses -- A 400 Year History, Sylva, N.C. Herald Publishing Co., page 51

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Scientific name: Solanum tuberosum L.
USDA symbol: SOTU (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Irish Potato
Family: Solanaceae
Family (APG): Solanaceae
Native American Tribe: Cherokee
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Psychological Aid
Notes: Infusion of leaves and stem taken 'if lonesome because of death in family.'

RECRD: 95476 id: 38349

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