Asteraceae Helianthus occidentalis Riddell

Fewleaf Sunflower

Ojibwa, South - Drug, Dermatological Aid

Use documented by:
Hoffman, W.J., 1891, The Midewiwin or 'Grand Medicine Society' of the Ojibwa, SI-BAE Annual Report #7, page 199

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Scientific name: Helianthus occidentalis Riddell
USDA symbol: HEOCO (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Fewleaf Sunflower
Family: Asteraceae
Family (APG): Asteraceae
Native American Tribe: Ojibwa, South
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Poultice of crushed root applied to 'bruises and contusions.'

RECRD: 87243 id: 16660

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