Fagaceae Quercus stellata Wangenh.

Post Oak

Cherokee - Drug, Disinfectant

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 46

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Scientific name: Quercus stellata Wangenh.
USDA symbol: QUST (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Post Oak
Family: Fagaceae
Family (APG): Fagaceae
Native American Tribe: Cherokee
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Disinfectant
Notes: Bark used as an antiseptic.

RECRD: 93219 id: 32495

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