Asteraceae Amphiachyris dracunculoides (DC.) Nutt.

Prairie Broomweed

Comanche - Drug, Dermatological Aid

Use documented by:
Jones, David E., 1968, Comanche Plant Medicine, Papers in Anthropology 9:1-13, page 5

View all documented uses for Amphiachyris dracunculoides (DC.) Nutt.

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Scientific name: Amphiachyris dracunculoides (DC.) Nutt.
USDA symbol: AMDR (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Prairie Broomweed
Family: Asteraceae
Family (APG): Asteraceae
Native American Tribe: Comanche
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Poultice of boiled flowers used for eczema and skin rashes.

RECRD: 46040 id: 3203

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