Elaeagnaceae Shepherdia canadensis (L.) Nutt.

Russet Buffaloberry

Makah - Food, Dessert

Use documented by:
Gunther, Erna, 1973, Ethnobotany of Western Washington, Seattle. University of Washington Press. Revised edition, page 41

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Scientific name: Shepherdia canadensis (L.) Nutt.
USDA symbol: SHCA (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Russet Buffaloberry
Family: Elaeagnaceae
Family (APG): Elaeagnaceae
Native American Tribe: Makah
Use category: Food
Use sub-category: Dessert
Notes: Berries whipped into a froth and used as dessert at feasts.

RECRD: 42514 id: 37854

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