Ericaceae Arctostaphylos uva-ursi (L.) Spreng.
Kinnikinnick
Sanpoil - Drug, Dermatological Aid
Use documented by:
Ray, Verne F., 1932, The Sanpoil and Nespelem: Salishan Peoples of Northeastern Washington, University of Washington Publications in Anthropology, Vol. 5, page 220
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Arctostaphylos uva-ursi (L.) Spreng.
Scientific name: Arctostaphylos uva-ursi (L.) Spreng.
USDA symbol: ARUV (
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Common names: Kinnikinnick
Family: Ericaceae
Family (APG): Ericaceae
Native American Tribe: Sanpoil
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Infusion of entire plant used as hair wash for dandruff and scalp diseases.
RECRD: 81816 id: 4649