Berberidaceae Mahonia aquifolium (Pursh) Nutt.

Hollyleaved Barberry

Sanpoil - Drug, Eye Medicine

Use documented by:
Ray, Verne F., 1932, The Sanpoil and Nespelem: Salishan Peoples of Northeastern Washington, University of Washington Publications in Anthropology, Vol. 5, page 219

View all documented uses for Mahonia aquifolium (Pursh) Nutt.

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Scientific name: Mahonia aquifolium (Pursh) Nutt.
USDA symbol: MAAQ2 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Hollyleaved Barberry
Family: Berberidaceae
Family (APG): Berberidaceae
Native American Tribe: Sanpoil
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Eye Medicine
Notes: Infusion of root parts used as a wash for the eyes.

RECRD: 83040 id: 21852

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