Cornaceae Cornus canadensis L.

Bunchberry Dogwood

Carrier, Southern - Drug, Eye Medicine

Use documented by:
Smith, Harlan I., 1929, Materia Medica of the Bella Coola and Neighboring Tribes of British Columbia, National Museum of Canada Bulletin 56:47-68, page 62

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Scientific name: Cornus canadensis L.
USDA symbol: COCA13 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Bunchberry Dogwood
Family: Cornaceae
Family (APG): Cornaceae
Native American Tribe: Carrier, Southern
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Eye Medicine
Notes: Strong decoction of plant, without berries, used as an eyewash.

RECRD: 84495 id: 10829

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