Asteraceae Matricaria discoidea DC.

Disc Mayweed

Montana Indian - Drug, Gynecological Aid

Use documented by:
Hart, Jeff, 1992, Montana Native Plants and Early Peoples, Helena. Montana Historical Society Press, page 23

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Scientific name: Matricaria discoidea DC.
USDA symbol: MADI6 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Disc Mayweed
Family: Asteraceae
Family (APG): Asteraceae
Native American Tribe: Montana Indian
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Gynecological Aid
Notes: Infusion of herb used by young girls for menstrual cramps.

RECRD: 45193 id: 22513

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