Asteraceae Inula helenium L.

Elecampane Inula

Mohegan - Drug, Veterinary Aid

Use documented by:
Tantaquidgeon, Gladys, 1928, Mohegan Medicinal Practices, Weather-Lore and Superstitions, SI-BAE Annual Report #43: 264-270, page 266

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Scientific name: Inula helenium L.
USDA symbol: INHE (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Elecampane Inula
Family: Asteraceae
Family (APG): Asteraceae
Native American Tribe: Mohegan
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Veterinary Aid
Notes: Infusion of plant given to horses for colic.

RECRD: 87800 id: 17842