Elaeagnaceae Shepherdia canadensis (L.) Nutt.

Russet Buffaloberry

Thompson - Drug, Hypotensive

Use documented by:
Turner, Nancy J., Laurence C. Thompson and M. Terry Thompson et al., 1990, Thompson Ethnobotany: Knowledge and Usage of Plants by the Thompson Indians of British Columbia, Victoria. Royal British Columbia Museum, page 209

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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: Thompson
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Hypotensive
Notes: Decoction of branches and leaves taken in a one cupful dose for high blood pressure.

RECRD: 32727 id: 37911

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