Grossulariaceae Ribes malvaceum Sm.

Chaparral Currant

Luiseno - Drug, Toothache Remedy

Use documented by:
Sparkman, Philip S., 1908, The Culture of the Luiseno Indians, University of California Publications in American Archaeology and Ethnology 8(4):187-234, page 232

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Scientific name: Ribes malvaceum Sm.
USDA symbol: RIMAM (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Chaparral Currant
Family: Grossulariaceae
Family (APG): Grossulariaceae
Native American Tribe: Luiseno
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Toothache Remedy
Notes: Roots used for toothaches.

RECRD: 93701 id: 33628