Rosaceae Rubus occidentalis L.
Black Raspberry
Chippewa - Drug, Eye Medicine
Use documented by:
Gilmore, Melvin R., 1933, Some Chippewa Uses of Plants, Ann Arbor. University of Michigan Press, page 133
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Rubus occidentalis L.
Scientific name: Rubus occidentalis L.
USDA symbol: RUOC (
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Common names: Black Raspberry
Family: Rosaceae
Family (APG): Rosaceae
Native American Tribe: Chippewa
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Eye Medicine
Notes: Decoction of roots used as a wash for sore eyes.
RECRD: 93982 id: 34690