Rosaceae Prunus serotina Ehrh.
Black Cherry
Delaware, Oklahoma - Drug, Tonic
Use documented by:
Tantaquidgeon, Gladys, 1942, A Study of Delaware Indian Medicine Practice and Folk Beliefs, Harrisburg. Pennsylvania Historical Commission, page 27, 78
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Prunus serotina Ehrh.
Scientific name: Prunus serotina Ehrh.
USDA symbol: PRSES (
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Common names: Black Cherry
Family: Rosaceae
Family (APG): Rosaceae
Native American Tribe: Delaware, Oklahoma
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Tonic
Notes: Compound containing bark taken as a tonic.
RECRD: 92532 id: 30601