Elaeagnaceae Shepherdia canadensis (L.) Nutt.
Russet Buffaloberry
Flathead - Drug, Eye Medicine
Use documented by:
Hart, Jeff, 1992, Montana Native Plants and Early Peoples, Helena. Montana Historical Society Press, page 53
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Shepherdia canadensis (L.) Nutt.
Scientific name: Shepherdia canadensis (L.) Nutt.
USDA symbol: SHCA (
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Common names: Russet Buffaloberry
Family: Elaeagnaceae
Family (APG): Elaeagnaceae
Native American Tribe: Flathead
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Eye Medicine
Notes: Bark solution used for sore eyes.
RECRD: 45455 id: 37834