Grossulariaceae Ribes americanum P. Mill.
American Black Currant
Iroquois - Drug, Antiemetic
Use documented by:
Herrick, James William, 1977, Iroquois Medical Botany, State University of New York, Albany, PhD Thesis, page 346
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Ribes americanum P. Mill.
Scientific name: Ribes americanum P. Mill.
USDA symbol: RIAM2 (
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Common names: American Black Currant
Family: Grossulariaceae
Family (APG): Grossulariaceae
Native American Tribe: Iroquois
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Antiemetic
Notes: Compound infusion of roots and bark taken for vomiting.
RECRD: 93642 id: 33316