Lamiaceae Prunella vulgaris L.
Common Selfheal
Cherokee - Drug, Burn Dressing
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 54
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Prunella vulgaris L.
Scientific name: Prunella vulgaris L.
USDA symbol: PRVUV (
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Common names: Common Selfheal
Family: Lamiaceae
Family (APG): Lamiaceae
Native American Tribe: Cherokee
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Burn Dressing
Notes: Cold infusion used as a wash for burns.
RECRD: 92375 id: 30179