Anacardiaceae Rhus copallinum L.

Flameleaf Sumac

Creek - Drug, Antidiarrheal

Use documented by:
Swanton, John R, 1928, Religious Beliefs and Medical Practices of the Creek Indians, SI-BAE Annual Report #42:473-672, page 659

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Scientific name: Rhus copallinum L.
USDA symbol: RHCOC (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Flameleaf Sumac
Family: Anacardiaceae
Family (APG): Anacardiaceae
Native American Tribe: Creek
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Antidiarrheal
Notes: Decoction of root taken for dysentery.

RECRD: 93475 id: 32888

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