Lamiaceae Monarda fistulosa L.

Wildbergamot Beebalm

Flathead - Other, Insecticide

Use documented by:
Hart, Jeff, 1992, Montana Native Plants and Early Peoples, Helena. Montana Historical Society Press, page 70

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Scientific name: Monarda fistulosa L.
USDA symbol: MOBR2 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Wildbergamot Beebalm
Family: Lamiaceae
Family (APG): Lamiaceae
Native American Tribe: Flathead
Use category: Other
Use sub-category: Insecticide
Notes: Leaves pulverized and sprinkled on meats as a bug repellant.

RECRD: 45645 id: 23232

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