Ulmaceae Celtis occidentalis L.
Common Hackberry
Houma - Drug, Throat Aid
Use documented by:
Speck, Frank G., 1941, A List of Plant Curatives Obtained From the Houma Indians of Louisiana, Primitive Man 14:49-75, page 57
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Celtis occidentalis L.
Scientific name: Celtis occidentalis L.
USDA symbol: CEOC (
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Common names: Common Hackberry
Family: Ulmaceae
Family (APG): Cannabaceae
Native American Tribe: Houma
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Throat Aid
Notes: Decoction of bark taken for sore throat.
RECRD: 83684 id: 8797