Squawbush is a common name given to the plant Rhus trilobata, which belongs to the sumac family. This plant grows in the western and southwestern United States and is known for its medicinal properties. However, squawbush also has several other synonyms that are used depending on the region and context. Some popular synonyms for squawbush include skunkbush, three-leaf sumac, and basketbush. These names are derived from the appearance and uses of the plant. For example, basketbush refers to the fact that Native Americans used the branches of this plant to make baskets. Regardless of the synonym, all describe this unique and valuable plant.