Ericaceae Epigaea repens L.

Trailing Arbutus

Cherokee - Drug, Kidney 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 23

View all documented uses for Epigaea repens L.

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Scientific name: Epigaea repens L.
USDA symbol: EPRE2 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Trailing Arbutus
Family: Ericaceae
Family (APG): Ericaceae
Native American Tribe: Cherokee
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Kidney Aid
Notes: Infusion taken for kidneys and 'chest ailment.'

RECRD: 85408 id: 13238

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