Elaeagnaceae Shepherdia canadensis (L.) Nutt.

Russet Buffaloberry

Tanana, Upper - Drug, Dermatological Aid

Use documented by:
Kari, Priscilla Russe, 1985, Upper Tanana Ethnobotany, Anchorage. Alaska Historical Commission, page 13

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Scientific name: Shepherdia canadensis (L.) Nutt.
USDA symbol: SHCA (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Russet Buffaloberry
Family: Elaeagnaceae
Family (APG): Elaeagnaceae
Native American Tribe: Tanana, Upper
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Decoction of whole plant above the ground used as a wash for sores.

RECRD: 3464 id: 37895

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