Asteraceae Pseudognaphalium obtusifolium ssp. obtusifolium

Rabbit Tobacco

Creek - Drug, Psychological Aid

Use documented by:
Swanton, John R, 1928, Religious Beliefs and Medical Practices of the Creek Indians, SI-BAE Annual Report #42:473-672, page 663664

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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: Psychological Aid
Notes: Decoction of plant used as a wash for persons who 'wanted to run away.'

RECRD: 86842 id: 31114