Caprifoliaceae Sambucus nigra ssp. caerulea (Raf.) R. Bolli
Blue Elderberry
Pomo, Potter Valley - Drug, Emetic
Use documented by:
Chestnut, V. K., 1902, Plants Used by the Indians of Mendocino County, California, Contributions from the U.S. National Herbarium 7:295-408., page 388
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Sambucus nigra ssp. caerulea (Raf.) R. Bolli
Scientific name: Sambucus nigra ssp. caerulea (Raf.) R. Bolli
USDA symbol: SANIC5 (
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Common names: Blue Elderberry
Family: Caprifoliaceae
Family (APG): Caprifoliaceae
Native American Tribe: Pomo, Potter Valley
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Emetic
Notes: Inner bark used as a strong emetic.
RECRD: 94607 id: 36583