Hamamelidaceae Hamamelis virginiana L.
American Witchhazel
Cherokee - Food, Beverage
Use documented by:
Perry, Myra Jean, 1975, Food Use of 'Wild' Plants by Cherokee Indians, The University of Tennessee, M.S. Thesis, page 44
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Hamamelis virginiana L.
Scientific name: Hamamelis virginiana L.
USDA symbol: HAVI4 (
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Common names: American Witchhazel
Family: Hamamelidaceae
Family (APG): Hamamelidaceae
Native American Tribe: Cherokee
Use category: Food
Use sub-category: Beverage
Notes: Leaves and twigs used to make tea.
RECRD: 2173 id: 16414