Berberidaceae Mahonia aquifolium (Pursh) Nutt.

Hollyleaved Barberry

Squaxin - Drug, Throat Aid

Use documented by:
Gunther, Erna, 1973, Ethnobotany of Western Washington, Seattle. University of Washington Press. Revised edition, page 30

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: Squaxin
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Throat Aid
Notes: Infusion of roots used as a gargle for sore throats.

RECRD: 83044 id: 21864

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