Rhamnaceae Ziziphus obtusifolia (Hook. ex Torr. & Gray) Gray
Lotebush
Yavapai - Food, Beverage
Use documented by:
Gifford, E. W., 1936, Northeastern and Western Yavapai, University of California Publications in American Archaeology and Ethnology 34:247-345, page 258
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Ziziphus obtusifolia (Hook. ex Torr. & Gray) Gray
Scientific name: Ziziphus obtusifolia (Hook. ex Torr. & Gray) Gray
USDA symbol: ZIOBO (
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Common names: Lotebush
Family: Rhamnaceae
Family (APG): Rhamnaceae
Native American Tribe: Yavapai
Use category: Food
Use sub-category: Beverage
Notes: Mashed berries added to water and use as a drink.
RECRD: 20630 id: 44662