Ericaceae Arctostaphylos uva-ursi (L.) Spreng.

Kinnikinnick

Carrier - Drug, Dermatological Aid

Use documented by:
Carrier Linguistic Committee, 1973, Plants of Carrier Country, Fort St. James, BC. Carrier Linguistic Committee, page 74

View all documented uses for Arctostaphylos uva-ursi (L.) Spreng.

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Scientific name: Arctostaphylos uva-ursi (L.) Spreng.
USDA symbol: ARUV (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Kinnikinnick
Family: Ericaceae
Family (APG): Ericaceae
Native American Tribe: Carrier
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Poultice of ground leaves and stems applied to sores.

RECRD: 7089 id: 4527

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