Grossulariaceae Ribes oxyacanthoides L.

Canadian Gooseberry

Cree, Woodlands - Drug, Gynecological Aid

Use documented by:
Leighton, Anna L., 1985, Wild Plant Use by the Woods Cree (Nihithawak) of East-Central Saskatchewan, Ottawa. National Museums of Canada. Mercury Series, page 55

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Scientific name: Ribes oxyacanthoides L.
USDA symbol: RIOXO (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Canadian Gooseberry
Family: Grossulariaceae
Family (APG): Grossulariaceae
Native American Tribe: Cree, Woodlands
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Gynecological Aid
Notes: Decoction of stems and wild black currant stems used for sickness after childbirth.

RECRD: 5635 id: 33650

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