Oleaceae Chionanthus virginicus L.

White Fringetree

Koasati - Drug, Dermatological Aid

Use documented by:
Taylor, Linda Averill, 1940, Plants Used As Curatives by Certain Southeastern Tribes, Cambridge, MA. Botanical Museum of Harvard University, page 50

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Scientific name: Chionanthus virginicus L.
USDA symbol: CHVI3 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: White Fringetree
Family: Oleaceae
Family (APG): Oleaceae
Native American Tribe: Koasati
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Decoction of bark used as a wash for cuts.

RECRD: 83943 id: 9693