Caprifoliaceae Sambucus nigra ssp. canadensis (L.) R. Bolli

American Elder

Ponca - Food, Beverage

Use documented by:
Gilmore, Melvin R., 1919, Uses of Plants by the Indians of the Missouri River Region, SI-BAE Annual Report #33, page 115

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Scientific name: Sambucus nigra ssp. canadensis (L.) R. Bolli
USDA symbol: SANIC4 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: American Elder
Family: Caprifoliaceae
Family (APG): Caprifoliaceae
Native American Tribe: Ponca
Use category: Food
Use sub-category: Beverage
Notes: Blossoms dipped in hot water to make a pleasant drink.

RECRD: 31773 id: 36757

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