Rhamnaceae Frangula californica ssp. californica

California Buckthorn

Mendocino Indian - Drug, Psychological Aid

Use documented by:
Chestnut, V. K., 1902, Plants Used by the Indians of Mendocino County, California, Contributions from the U.S. National Herbarium 7:295-408., page 368

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Scientific name: Frangula californica ssp. californica
USDA symbol: FRCAC5 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: California Buckthorn
Family: Rhamnaceae
Family (APG): Rhamnaceae
Native American Tribe: Mendocino Indian
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Psychological Aid
Notes: Decoction of bark taken for mania.

RECRD: 93363 id: 15061

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