 (Chatfield, Jim. “Sassafras.” Ohio State University, bygl.osu.edu/node/468.) |
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| Common Name(s) | Sassafras | ||||
| Scientific name | Sassafras albidum | ||||
| Family | Lauraceae | ||||
| Location/Vegetative Zone | Thicket | ||||
| Flowering Period | May-June | ||||
| Identifying Characteristics | A medium sized deciduous shrub tree | ||||
Description
- A medium sized deciduous tree that can grow up to 60-80 feet tall.
- Native to the Eastern United States.
Edible Uses
- Safrole formerly used to flavor root beer
- Banned by FDA because of carcinogenic potential
- Roots steeped to make tea
- Lewaves and pith, dried and powdered, used as thickener in soup
Cultural Uses
- Safrole oil from roots and wood used to make fragrances
Sources
“Sassafras”. Drugs. Wolters Klewer Health. 9 August 2017. Web.
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