2.1.1.4.

Traditional/Folkloric Uses

Prunus avium, commonly known as wild cherry, sweet cherry, or gean. A Species of

cherries and a flowering plant in the rose family. The fruit can be eaten raw or cooked and can be

either bitter or sweet. The fruit stalk of the plant are astringent, diuretic and by making small

wounds on the trunk it is possible to get raisins that are edible gums. Other traditional uses of

Prunus avium are listed in Table 2.

Table 2.
Folkloric uses of Prunus avium

Plant Part Folkloric Uses

Bark Helps aid with digestion. Anti-spasmodic; Sedative; Anti-

tussive; Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease ( COPD
),Expectorant; Nervine, Supports lung and respiratory
function, Antispasmodic, Antitussive, Astringent, Bitter
Tonic, Carminative, Expectorant, Sedative, Stomach Tonic
Remedy for coughs, Relieve ulcers and abscesses Eyewash
for inflammation, A decoction of the inner bark has been used
in the treatment of laryngitis, antibacterial, antiviral and a
parasiticidal diaphoretic, Antioxidant.

Fruit Dark grey to Green dye, Improves immunity, Prevents

cancer, Eye Health, Mental health, Assist digestion, Extract is
an anti-inflamatory, Lowers signs of aging, prevents cramps,
anemia, heart disease

Leaves Green dye

Fruit Stalk Astringent, Diuretic and Tonic

References
https://www.pfaf.org/user/Plant.aspx?LatinName=Prunus+avium
Author L. Date taken: 03/17/2018

https://www.mdidea.com/products/new/new09605.html
Date Taken 03/17/2018

https://www.healthbenefitstimes.com/wild-cherry/
Date Taken: 03/17/2018