Snowberry
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- Common Name: Snowberry
- Latin Name: Symphoricarpos spp.
- Family Name: Caprifoliaceae
The fruit of the snowberry is high in saponins, and the whole plant is diuretic, reduces fever and is a laxative, so one to avoid for the tortoise enclosure.