Asteraceae Inula helenium L.
Elecampane Inula
Delaware, Oklahoma - Drug, Tonic
Use documented by:
Tantaquidgeon, Gladys, 1942, A Study of Delaware Indian Medicine Practice and Folk Beliefs, Harrisburg. Pennsylvania Historical Commission, page 31, 76
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Inula helenium L.
Scientific name: Inula helenium L.
USDA symbol: INHE (
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Common names: Elecampane Inula
Family: Asteraceae
Family (APG): Asteraceae
Native American Tribe: Delaware, Oklahoma
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Tonic
Notes: Root used in tonic taken for 'strengthening digestive organs.'
RECRD: 87770 id: 17808