Celastraceae Celastrus scandens L.
American Bittersweet
Creek - Drug, Analgesic
Use documented by:
Swanton, John R, 1928, Religious Beliefs and Medical Practices of the Creek Indians, SI-BAE Annual Report #42:473-672, page 661
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Celastrus scandens L.
Scientific name: Celastrus scandens L.
USDA symbol: CESC (
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Common names: American Bittersweet
Family: Celastraceae
Family (APG): Celastraceae
Native American Tribe: Creek
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Analgesic
Notes: Plant used by women with urinary trouble or pain in small of back.
RECRD: 83657 id: 8738