Celastraceae Celastrus scandens L.
American Bittersweet
Iroquois - Drug, Kidney Aid
Use documented by:
Herrick, James William, 1977, Iroquois Medical Botany, State University of New York, Albany, PhD Thesis, page 376
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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: Iroquois
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Kidney Aid
Notes: Infusion of roots taken for kidney trouble following childbirth.
RECRD: 83672 id: 8754