Rosaceae Prunus persica (L.) Batsch

Peach

Rappahannock - Drug, Kidney Aid

Use documented by:
Speck, Frank G., R.B. Hassrick and E.S. Carpenter, 1942, Rappahannock Herbals, Folk-Lore and Science of Cures, Proceedings of the Delaware County Institute of Science 10:7-55., page 33

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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: Rappahannock
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Kidney Aid
Notes: Infusion of fresh or dried leaves taken for kidney trouble.

RECRD: 92504 id: 30543