Ulmaceae Ulmus americana L.
American Elm
Koasati - Drug, Gastrointestinal Aid
Use documented by:
Taylor, Linda Averill, 1940, Plants Used As Curatives by Certain Southeastern Tribes, Cambridge, MA. Botanical Museum of Harvard University, page 18
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Ulmus americana L.
Scientific name: Ulmus americana L.
USDA symbol: ULAM (
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Common names: American Elm
Family: Ulmaceae
Family (APG): Cannabaceae
Native American Tribe: Koasati
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Gastrointestinal Aid
Notes: Infusion of inner bark taken and used as a bath for appendicitis.
RECRD: 96584 id: 41454