Nyctaginaceae Mirabilis nyctaginea (Michx.) MacM.

Heartleaf Four O'clock

Sioux, Teton - Drug, Dermatological Aid

Use documented by:
Densmore, Frances, 1918, Teton Sioux Music, SI-BAE Bulletin #61, page 270

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Scientific name: Mirabilis nyctaginea (Michx.) MacM.
USDA symbol: MINY (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Heartleaf Four O'clock
Family: Nyctaginaceae
Family (APG): Nyctaginaceae
Native American Tribe: Sioux, Teton
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Moistened, grated root rubbed on skin for swelling.

RECRD: 89796 id: 23075

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