Cupressaceae Juniperus virginiana L.
Eastern Redcedar
Cherokee - Other, Insecticide
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 28
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Juniperus virginiana L.
Scientific name: Juniperus virginiana L.
USDA symbol: JUVIV (
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Common names: Eastern Redcedar
Family: Cupressaceae
Family (APG): Cupressaceae
Native American Tribe: Cherokee
Use category: Other
Use sub-category: Insecticide
Notes: Used for moth proofing.
RECRD: 9152 id: 19141