Caprifoliaceae Symphoricarpos occidentalis Hook.

Western Snowberry

Ponca - Drug, Eye Medicine

Use documented by:
Gilmore, Melvin R., 1919, Uses of Plants by the Indians of the Missouri River Region, SI-BAE Annual Report #33, page 116

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Scientific name: Symphoricarpos occidentalis Hook.
USDA symbol: SYOC (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Western Snowberry
Family: Caprifoliaceae
Family (APG): Caprifoliaceae
Native American Tribe: Ponca
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Eye Medicine
Notes: Infusion of leaves used as wash for weak or inflamed eyes.

RECRD: 95834 id: 39140

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