Pinaceae Pinus glabra Walt.

Spruce Pine

Cherokee - Drug, Respiratory 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 49

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Scientific name: Pinus glabra Walt.
USDA symbol: PIGL2 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Spruce Pine
Family: Pinaceae
Family (APG): Pinaceae
Native American Tribe: Cherokee
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Respiratory Aid
Notes: Compound infusion of needles in apple juice taken by ball players 'for wind.'

RECRD: 91467 id: 27737