Ulmaceae Ulmus rubra Muhl.

Slippery Elm

Cherokee - Drug, Laxative

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 33

View all documented uses for Ulmus rubra Muhl.

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Scientific name: Ulmus rubra Muhl.
USDA symbol: ULRU (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Slippery Elm
Family: Ulmaceae
Family (APG): Cannabaceae
Native American Tribe: Cherokee
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Laxative
Notes: Used as a mild laxative and 'soothes stomach and bowels.'

RECRD: 96607 id: 41500

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