Asteraceae Lygodesmia juncea (Pursh) D. Don ex Hook.

Rush Skeletonplant

Cheyenne - Drug, Misc. Disease Remedy

Use documented by:
Grinnell, George Bird, 1972, The Cheyenne Indians - Their History and Ways of Life Vol.2, Lincoln. University of Nebraska Press, page 191

View all documented uses for Lygodesmia juncea (Pursh) D. Don ex Hook.

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Scientific name: Lygodesmia juncea (Pursh) D. Don ex Hook.
USDA symbol: LYJU (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Rush Skeletonplant
Family: Asteraceae
Family (APG): Asteraceae
Native American Tribe: Cheyenne
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Misc. Disease Remedy
Notes: Infusion of leaves taken for smallpox and measles.

RECRD: 89287 id: 21565

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