Ulmaceae Celtis occidentalis L.

Common Hackberry

Houma - Drug, Venereal 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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Scientific name: Celtis occidentalis L.
USDA symbol: CEOC (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Common Hackberry
Family: Ulmaceae
Family (APG): Cannabaceae
Native American Tribe: Houma
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Venereal Aid
Notes: Compound decoction of bark with powdered shells taken for venereal disease.

RECRD: 83685 id: 8798

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