Ranunculaceae Pulsatilla patens ssp. multifida (Pritz.) Zamels
Pacific Anemone
Blackfoot - Drug, Analgesic
Use documented by:
Johnston, Alex, 1987, Plants and the Blackfoot, Lethbridge, Alberta. Lethbridge Historical Society, page 35
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Pulsatilla patens ssp. multifida (Pritz.) Zamels
Scientific name: Pulsatilla patens ssp. multifida (Pritz.) Zamels
USDA symbol: ANMUH2 (
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Common names: Pacific Anemone
Family: Ranunculaceae
Family (APG): Ranunculaceae
Native American Tribe: Blackfoot
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Analgesic
Notes: Ripe seed head 'cotton' burned on hot coals and the smoke inhaled for headaches.
RECRD: 60630 id: 31594