Rutaceae Zanthoxylum americanum P. Mill.

Common Pricklyash

Chippewa - Drug, Orthopedic Aid

Use documented by:
Densmore, Frances, 1928, Uses of Plants by the Chippewa Indians, SI-BAE Annual Report #44:273-379, page 364

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Scientific name: Zanthoxylum americanum P. Mill.
USDA symbol: ZAAM (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Common Pricklyash
Family: Rutaceae
Family (APG): Rutaceae
Native American Tribe: Chippewa
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Orthopedic Aid
Notes: Decoction of root used as a wash for paralysis and to strengthen child's legs and feet.

RECRD: 97466 id: 44304

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