Cornaceae Cornus sericea ssp. sericea

Redosier Dogwood

Chippewa - Drug, Eye Medicine

Use documented by:
Densmore, Frances, 1928, Uses of Plants by the Chippewa Indians, SI-BAE Annual Report #44:273-379, page 360

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Scientific name: Cornus sericea ssp. sericea
USDA symbol: COSES (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Redosier Dogwood
Family: Cornaceae
Family (APG): Cornaceae
Native American Tribe: Chippewa
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Eye Medicine
Notes: Compound decoction of root used as a wash or compress for sore eyes.

RECRD: 84582 id: 11022

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