Fabaceae Robinia pseudoacacia L.

Black Locust

Cherokee - Drug, Toothache Remedy

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 43

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Scientific name: Robinia pseudoacacia L.
USDA symbol: ROPS (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Black Locust
Family: Fabaceae
Family (APG): Fabaceae
Native American Tribe: Cherokee
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Toothache Remedy
Notes: Beaten root held on tooth for toothache.

RECRD: 93740 id: 33818

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