Asteraceae Erigeron peregrinus ssp. callianthemus (Greene) Cronq.

Subalpine Fleabane

Cheyenne - Drug, Orthopedic Aid

Use documented by:
Grinnell, George Bird, 1972, The Cheyenne Indians - Their History and Ways of Life Vol.2, Lincoln. University of Nebraska Press, page 187

View all documented uses for Erigeron peregrinus ssp. callianthemus (Greene) Cronq.

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Scientific name: Erigeron peregrinus ssp. callianthemus (Greene) Cronq.
USDA symbol: ERPEC2 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Subalpine Fleabane
Family: Asteraceae
Family (APG): Asteraceae
Native American Tribe: Cheyenne
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Orthopedic Aid
Notes: Infusion of roots, stems and flowers used as steambath for backaches.

RECRD: 85634 id: 13764

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