Anacardiaceae Rhus glabra L.
Smooth Sumac
Omaha - Drug, Urinary Aid
Use documented by:
Gilmore, Melvin R., 1919, Uses of Plants by the Indians of the Missouri River Region, SI-BAE Annual Report #33, page 99, 100
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Rhus glabra L.
Scientific name: Rhus glabra L.
USDA symbol: RHGL (
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Common names: Smooth Sumac
Family: Anacardiaceae
Family (APG): Anacardiaceae
Native American Tribe: Omaha
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Urinary Aid
Notes: Decoction of root taken for painful urination and retention of urine.
RECRD: 93529 id: 32981