Grossulariaceae Ribes rotundifolium Michx.

Appalachian Gooseberry

Cherokee - Drug, Antidiarrheal

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 36

View all documented uses for Ribes rotundifolium Michx.

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Scientific name: Ribes rotundifolium Michx.
USDA symbol: RIRO2 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Appalachian Gooseberry
Family: Grossulariaceae
Family (APG): Grossulariaceae
Native American Tribe: Cherokee
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Antidiarrheal
Notes: Infusion of bark taken 'to check bowels.'

RECRD: 93711 id: 33694

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