Rosaceae Rubus occidentalis L.

Black Raspberry

Chippewa - Drug, Eye Medicine

Use documented by:
Gilmore, Melvin R., 1933, Some Chippewa Uses of Plants, Ann Arbor. University of Michigan Press, page 133

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Scientific name: Rubus occidentalis L.
USDA symbol: RUOC (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Black Raspberry
Family: Rosaceae
Family (APG): Rosaceae
Native American Tribe: Chippewa
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Eye Medicine
Notes: Decoction of roots used as a wash for sore eyes.

RECRD: 93982 id: 34690