Rhamnaceae Ziziphus obtusifolia (Hook. ex Torr. & Gray) Gray

Lotebush

Pima - Drug, Eye Medicine

Use documented by:
Russell, Frank, 1908, The Pima Indians, SI-BAE Annual Report #26:1-390, page 79

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Scientific name: Ziziphus obtusifolia (Hook. ex Torr. & Gray) Gray
USDA symbol: ZIOBO (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Lotebush
Family: Rhamnaceae
Family (APG): Rhamnaceae
Native American Tribe: Pima
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Eye Medicine
Notes: Decoction of pounded root used as a wash for sore eyes.

RECRD: 84350 id: 44660

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