Juglandaceae Carya alba (L.) Nutt. ex Ell.

Mockernut Hickory

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 38

View all documented uses for Carya alba (L.) Nutt. ex Ell.

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Scientific name: Carya alba (L.) Nutt. ex Ell.
USDA symbol: CAAL27 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Mockernut Hickory
Family: Juglandaceae
Family (APG): Juglandaceae
Native American Tribe: Cherokee
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Astringent and detergent inner bark used as dressing for cuts.

RECRD: 83469 id: 8262

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