Betulaceae Betula nigra L.
River Birch
Cherokee - Drug, Cold 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 25
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Betula nigra L.
Scientific name: Betula nigra L.
USDA symbol: BENI (
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Common names: River Birch
Family: Betulaceae
Family (APG): Betulaceae
Native American Tribe: Cherokee
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Cold Remedy
Notes: Infusion taken for colds.
RECRD: 83136 id: 7123