Convolvulaceae Ipomoea leptophylla Torr.

Bush Morningglory

Pawnee - Drug, Sedative

Use documented by:
Gilmore, Melvin R., 1919, Uses of Plants by the Indians of the Missouri River Region, SI-BAE Annual Report #33, page 110

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Scientific name: Ipomoea leptophylla Torr.
USDA symbol: IPLE (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Bush Morningglory
Family: Convolvulaceae
Family (APG): Convolvulaceae
Native American Tribe: Pawnee
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Sedative
Notes: Root used in smoke treatment for nervousness and bad dreams.

RECRD: 87805 id: 17870

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