Polygonaceae Rumex acetosella L.
Common Sheep Sorrel
Cherokee - Drug, Dermatological Aid
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 56
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Rumex acetosella L.
Scientific name: Rumex acetosella L.
USDA symbol: RUAC3 (
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Common names: Common Sheep Sorrel
Family: Polygonaceae
Family (APG): Polygonaceae
Native American Tribe: Cherokee
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Poultice of bruised leaves and blossoms applied to old sores.
RECRD: 94111 id: 35166