Fabaceae Psoralidium tenuiflorum (Pursh) Rydb.
Slimflower Scurfpea
Dakota - Other, Protection
Use documented by:
Gilmore, Melvin R., 1919, Uses of Plants by the Indians of the Missouri River Region, SI-BAE Annual Report #33, page 93
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Psoralidium tenuiflorum (Pursh) Rydb.
Scientific name: Psoralidium tenuiflorum (Pursh) Rydb.
USDA symbol: PSTE5 (
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Common names: Slimflower Scurfpea
Family: Fabaceae
Family (APG): Fabaceae
Native American Tribe: Dakota
Use category: Other
Use sub-category: Protection
Notes: Plant tops used to make garlands worn on the head as protection from the sun on very hot days.
RECRD: 31452 id: 31369