Anacardiaceae Rhus glabra L.
Smooth Sumac
Creek - Drug, Other
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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Rhus glabra L.
Scientific name: Rhus glabra L.
USDA symbol: RHGL (
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Common names: Smooth Sumac
Family: Anacardiaceae
Family (APG): Anacardiaceae
Native American Tribe: Creek
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Other
Notes: Leaves mixed with tobacco and smoked for 'all cephalic and pectoral complaints.'
RECRD: 93504 id: 32931