Rosaceae Prunus virginiana var. demissa (Nutt.) Torr.

Western Chokecherry

Atsugewi - Drug, Dermatological Aid

Use documented by:
Garth, Thomas R., 1953, Atsugewi Ethnography, Anthropological Records 14(2):140-141, page 140

View all documented uses for Prunus virginiana var. demissa (Nutt.) Torr.

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Scientific name: Prunus virginiana var. demissa (Nutt.) Torr.
USDA symbol: PRVID (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Western Chokecherry
Family: Rosaceae
Family (APG): Rosaceae
Native American Tribe: Atsugewi
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Poultice of leaves applied to cuts, sores, bruises and black eyes.

RECRD: 20896 id: 30869

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