Unknown
Western Soapberry
Sapindus drummondii Hook. & Arn.
Indigenous Names: _t_mits_na:, Att-dtok-ko-ai-od-la
Medicinal Documentation
Kiowa
A diagonal cut is made in the stem to allow the latex is collected. The sap is then inserted in old wounds as a healing agent.
Ceremonial & Cultural Notes
Comanche
Material/Artifact: Stems used to make arrows for aratsi game
Botanical Reference
Parts Documented: wood