Rosaceae Prunus persica (L.) Batsch

Peach

Cherokee - Drug, Anthelmintic

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 47, 48

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Scientific name: Prunus persica (L.) Batsch
USDA symbol: PRPE3 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Peach
Family: Rosaceae
Family (APG): Rosaceae
Native American Tribe: Cherokee
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Anthelmintic
Notes: Decoction or teaspoon of parched seed kernels taken for worms.

RECRD: 92496 id: 30515

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