Betulaceae Carpinus caroliniana Walt.

American Hornbeam

Cherokee - Drug, Dermatological 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

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Scientific name: Carpinus caroliniana Walt.
USDA symbol: CACAC2 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: American Hornbeam
Family: Betulaceae
Family (APG): Betulaceae
Native American Tribe: Cherokee
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Compound infusion taken for 'navel yellowness.'

RECRD: 83417 id: 8235

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