Asteraceae Helianthus strumosus L.

Paleleaf Woodland Sunflower

Iroquois - Drug, Anthelmintic

Use documented by:
Herrick, James William, 1977, Iroquois Medical Botany, State University of New York, Albany, PhD Thesis, page 469

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Scientific name: Helianthus strumosus L.
USDA symbol: HEST (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Paleleaf Woodland Sunflower
Family: Asteraceae
Family (APG): Asteraceae
Native American Tribe: Iroquois
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Anthelmintic
Notes: Decoction of roots given to children and adults with worms.

RECRD: 87250 id: 16689

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