Rosaceae Purshia tridentata (Pursh) DC.
Antelope Bitterbrush
Klamath - Drug, Respiratory Aid
Use documented by:
Coville, Frederick V., 1897, Notes On The Plants Used By The Klamath Indians Of Oregon., Contributions from the U.S. National Herbarium 5(2):87-110, page 98
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Purshia tridentata (Pursh) DC.
Scientific name: Purshia tridentata (Pursh) DC.
USDA symbol: PUTR2 (
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Common names: Antelope Bitterbrush
Family: Rosaceae
Family (APG): Rosaceae
Native American Tribe: Klamath
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Respiratory Aid
Notes: Infusion of root taken for lung and bronchial troubles.
RECRD: 20488 id: 31673