Ericaceae Gaylussacia baccata (Wangenh.) K. Koch

Black Huckleberry

Iroquois - Drug, Ceremonial Medicine

Use documented by:
Waugh, F. W., 1916, Iroquis Foods and Food Preparation, Ottawa. Canada Department of Mines, page 142

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Scientific name: Gaylussacia baccata (Wangenh.) K. Koch
USDA symbol: GABA (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Black Huckleberry
Family: Ericaceae
Family (APG): Ericaceae
Native American Tribe: Iroquois
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Ceremonial Medicine
Notes: Berries used ceremonially by those desiring health and prosperity for the coming season.

RECRD: 7951 id: 15730

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