Betulaceae Betula alleghaniensis var. alleghaniensis
Yellow Birch
Delaware, Oklahoma - Drug, Gastrointestinal Aid
Use documented by:
Tantaquidgeon, Gladys, 1942, A Study of Delaware Indian Medicine Practice and Folk Beliefs, Harrisburg. Pennsylvania Historical Commission, page 25
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Betula alleghaniensis var. alleghaniensis
Scientific name: Betula alleghaniensis var. alleghaniensis
USDA symbol: BEALA (
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Common names: Yellow Birch
Family: Betulaceae
Family (APG): Betulaceae
Native American Tribe: Delaware, Oklahoma
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Gastrointestinal Aid
Notes: Decoction of bark taken 'to remove bile from the intestines.'
RECRD: 83124 id: 7078