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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Scientific name: Prunella vulgaris L.
USDA symbol: PRVUV (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
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