Berberidaceae Mahonia pinnata ssp. pinnata
California Barberry
Miwok - Drug, Dermatological Aid
Use documented by:
Barrett, S. A. and E. W. Gifford, 1933, Miwok Material Culture, Bulletin of the Public Museum of the City of Milwaukee 2(4):11, page 168
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Mahonia pinnata ssp. pinnata
Scientific name: Mahonia pinnata ssp. pinnata
USDA symbol: MAPIP2 (
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Common names: California Barberry
Family: Berberidaceae
Family (APG): Berberidaceae
Native American Tribe: Miwok
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Chewed root liquid placed on cuts, wounds and abrasions to prevent swelling.
RECRD: 20183 id: 21937