Rhamnaceae Ceanothus thyrsiflorus Eschsch.
Blueblossom Ceanothus
Poliklah - Drug, Pediatric Aid
Use documented by:
Merriam, C. Hart, 1966, Ethnographic Notes on California Indian Tribes, University of California Archaeological Research Facility, Berkeley, page 173
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Ceanothus thyrsiflorus Eschsch.
Scientific name: Ceanothus thyrsiflorus Eschsch.
USDA symbol: CETH (
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Common names: Blueblossom Ceanothus
Family: Rhamnaceae
Family (APG): Rhamnaceae
Native American Tribe: Poliklah
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Pediatric Aid
Notes: Decoction of leaves and twigs used to wash newborn babies.
RECRD: 6595 id: 8685