Rosaceae Physocarpus opulifolius (L.) Maxim.

Common Ninebark

Chippewa - Drug, Emetic

Use documented by:
Gilmore, Melvin R., 1933, Some Chippewa Uses of Plants, Ann Arbor. University of Michigan Press, page 132

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Scientific name: Physocarpus opulifolius (L.) Maxim.
USDA symbol: PHOPO (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Common Ninebark
Family: Rosaceae
Family (APG): Rosaceae
Native American Tribe: Chippewa
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Emetic
Notes: Infusion of roots taken as an emetic.

RECRD: 91236 id: 26790

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