Caprifoliaceae Symphoricarpos occidentalis Hook.
Western Snowberry
Omaha - Drug, Eye Medicine
Use documented by:
Gilmore, Melvin R., 1919, Uses of Plants by the Indians of the Missouri River Region, SI-BAE Annual Report #33, page 116
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Symphoricarpos occidentalis Hook.
Scientific name: Symphoricarpos occidentalis Hook.
USDA symbol: SYOC (
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Common names: Western Snowberry
Family: Caprifoliaceae
Family (APG): Caprifoliaceae
Native American Tribe: Omaha
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Eye Medicine
Notes: Infusion of leaves used as wash for weak or inflamed eyes.
RECRD: 95833 id: 39139