Standard English Name(s): tall Oregon-grape
Local English Name(s) (if different from above):
Scientific Name(s): Mahonia aquifolium (Pursh) Nutt.
Upriver Halkomelem Name(s): suliyulhp
Downriver Halkomelem Name(s): suni'ulhp
Island Halkomelem Name(s): suni'ulhp

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Description, Habitat, Ecology, & Distribution:
      Two species of Oregon-grape grow within the Halkomelem territory. (Also see dull Oregon-grape). Tall Oregon-grape is a shrub that typically grows in drier, more open and often rocky areas than the dull Oregon-grape. Both species produce yellow flowers and blue berries.

Upriver Halkomelem Cultural Role(s):
     A tea made from this plant is used as medicine for many ailments including diabetes and leukemia. The fruits are used for making jam and jelly.
Downriver Halkomelem Cultural Role(s):
Island Halkomelem Cultural Role(s):
     A decoction of Oregon-grape roots is used as an eyewash for swollen eyes and as an arthritis medicine.