Smilacaceae Smilax bona-nox L.

Saw Greenbrier

Creek - Drug, Other

Use documented by:
Swanton, John R, 1928, Religious Beliefs and Medical Practices of the Creek Indians, SI-BAE Annual Report #42:473-672, page 667

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Scientific name: Smilax bona-nox L.
USDA symbol: SMBO2 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Saw Greenbrier
Family: Smilacaceae
Family (APG): Smilacaceae
Native American Tribe: Creek
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Other
Notes: Plant moistened and rubbed on face to make one young.

RECRD: 95373 id: 38169