Asteraceae Picrothamnus desertorum Nutt.

Bud Sagebrush

Paiute - Drug, Dermatological Aid

Use documented by:
Train, Percy, James R. Henrichs and W. Andrew Archer, 1941, Medicinal Uses of Plants by Indian Tribes of Nevada, Washington DC. U.S. Department of Agriculture, page 43, 44

View all documented uses for Picrothamnus desertorum Nutt.

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Scientific name: Picrothamnus desertorum Nutt.
USDA symbol: PIDE4 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Bud Sagebrush
Family: Asteraceae
Family (APG): Asteraceae
Native American Tribe: Paiute
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Mashed, green leaves mixed with tobacco and used as a salve for sores or bruises.

RECRD: 82273 id: 27317

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