Rosaceae Purshia tridentata (Pursh) DC.

Antelope Bitterbrush

Sanpoil - Drug, Laxative

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 217

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Scientific name: Purshia tridentata (Pursh) DC.
USDA symbol: PUTR2 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Antelope Bitterbrush
Family: Rosaceae
Family (APG): Rosaceae
Native American Tribe: Sanpoil
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Laxative
Notes: Infusion of crushed berries used for constipation.

RECRD: 92888 id: 31712

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