Caprifoliaceae Sambucus nigra ssp. canadensis (L.) R. Bolli

American Elder

Chippewa - Drug, Emetic

Use documented by:
Gilmore, Melvin R., 1933, Some Chippewa Uses of Plants, Ann Arbor. University of Michigan Press, page 142

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Scientific name: Sambucus nigra ssp. canadensis (L.) R. Bolli
USDA symbol: SANIC4 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: American Elder
Family: Caprifoliaceae
Family (APG): Caprifoliaceae
Native American Tribe: Chippewa
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Emetic
Notes: Infusion of roots taken as an emetic.

RECRD: 94627 id: 36661

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