Anacardiaceae Rhus copallinum L.

Flameleaf Sumac

Delaware, Oklahoma - Drug, Venereal Aid

Use documented by:
Tantaquidgeon, Gladys, 1942, A Study of Delaware Indian Medicine Practice and Folk Beliefs, Harrisburg. Pennsylvania Historical Commission, page 26, 78

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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: Delaware, Oklahoma
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Venereal Aid
Notes: Infusion of root taken for venereal disease.

RECRD: 93481 id: 32897