Ranunculaceae Pulsatilla patens (L.) P. Mill.

American Pasqueflower

Omaha - Drug, Analgesic

Use documented by:
Gilmore, Melvin R., 1919, Uses of Plants by the Indians of the Missouri River Region, SI-BAE Annual Report #33, page 80, 81

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Scientific name: Pulsatilla patens (L.) P. Mill.
USDA symbol: PUPAM (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: American Pasqueflower
Family: Ranunculaceae
Family (APG): Ranunculaceae
Native American Tribe: Omaha
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Analgesic
Notes: Poultice of crushed, fresh leaves applied for rheumatism and neuralgia.

RECRD: 81181 id: 31591