Rosaceae Porteranthus trifoliatus (L.) Britt.

Bowman's Root

Cherokee - Drug, Dermatological Aid

Use documented by:
Taylor, Linda Averill, 1940, Plants Used As Curatives by Certain Southeastern Tribes, Cambridge, MA. Botanical Museum of Harvard University, page 27

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Scientific name: Porteranthus trifoliatus (L.) Britt.
USDA symbol: POTR11 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Bowman's Root
Family: Rosaceae
Family (APG): Rosaceae
Native American Tribe: Cherokee
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Infusion of roots used as a wash for leg scratches.

RECRD: 86740 id: 29745

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