Anacardiaceae Rhus glabra L.

Smooth Sumac

Chippewa - Drug, Pediatric Aid

Use documented by:
Densmore, Frances, 1928, Uses of Plants by the Chippewa Indians, SI-BAE Annual Report #44:273-379, page 342

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Scientific name: Rhus glabra L.
USDA symbol: RHGL (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Smooth Sumac
Family: Anacardiaceae
Family (APG): Anacardiaceae
Native American Tribe: Chippewa
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Pediatric Aid
Notes: Compound decoction of flower used as a mouthwash for teething child.

RECRD: 93501 id: 32921

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