Asteraceae Pseudognaphalium obtusifolium ssp. obtusifolium

Rabbit Tobacco

Creek - Drug, Cold Remedy

Use documented by:
Swanton, John R, 1928, Religious Beliefs and Medical Practices of the Creek Indians, SI-BAE Annual Report #42:473-672, page 661

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Scientific name: Pseudognaphalium obtusifolium ssp. obtusifolium
USDA symbol: PSOBO (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Rabbit Tobacco
Family: Asteraceae
Family (APG): Asteraceae
Native American Tribe: Creek
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Cold Remedy
Notes: Compound decoction of plant tops taken and used as inhalant for colds.

RECRD: 86839 id: 31111