Asteraceae Polymnia canadensis L.

Whiteflower Leafcup

Houma - Drug, Dermatological Aid

Use documented by:
Speck, Frank G., 1941, A List of Plant Curatives Obtained From the Houma Indians of Louisiana, Primitive Man 14:49-75, page 63

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Scientific name: Polymnia canadensis L.
USDA symbol: POCA11 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Whiteflower Leafcup
Family: Asteraceae
Family (APG): Asteraceae
Native American Tribe: Houma
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Poultice of crushed leaves applied to swellings.

RECRD: 92022 id: 28973

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