Brassicaceae Armoracia rusticana P.G. Gaertn.

Horseradish

Cherokee - Drug, Dietary 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 39

View all documented uses for Armoracia rusticana P.G. Gaertn.

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Scientific name: Armoracia rusticana P.G. Gaertn.
USDA symbol: ARRU4 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Horseradish
Family: Brassicaceae
Family (APG): Brassicaceae
Native American Tribe: Cherokee
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dietary Aid
Notes: Used to increase the appetite.

RECRD: 81963 id: 4913

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