Rosaceae Malus pumila P. Mill.
Cultivated Apple
Iroquois - Drug, Orthopedic Aid
Use documented by:
Herrick, James William, 1977, Iroquois Medical Botany, State University of New York, Albany, PhD Thesis, page 350
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Malus pumila P. Mill.
Scientific name: Malus pumila P. Mill.
USDA symbol: MAPU (
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Common names: Cultivated Apple
Family: Rosaceae
Family (APG): Rosaceae
Native American Tribe: Iroquois
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Orthopedic Aid
Notes: Compound poultice of bark and fruit peelings used for bruises.
RECRD: 93027 id: 22307