Rosaceae Prunus americana Marsh.

American Plum

Cherokee - Food, Preserves

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 50

View all documented uses for Prunus americana Marsh.

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Scientific name: Prunus americana Marsh.
USDA symbol: PRAM (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: American Plum
Family: Rosaceae
Family (APG): Rosaceae
Native American Tribe: Cherokee
Use category: Food
Use sub-category: Preserves
Notes: Fruit used to make jelly.

RECRD: 9403 id: 30228

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