Asteraceae Anaphalis margaritacea (L.) Benth.
Western Pearlyeverlasting
Cherokee - Drug, Respiratory Aid
Use documented by:
Hamel, Paul B. and Mary U. Chiltoskey, 1975, Cherokee Plants and Their Uses -- A 400 Year History, Sylva, N.C. Herald Publishing Co., page 48
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Anaphalis margaritacea (L.) Benth.
Scientific name: Anaphalis margaritacea (L.) Benth.
USDA symbol: ANMA (
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Common names: Western Pearlyeverlasting
Family: Asteraceae
Family (APG): Asteraceae
Native American Tribe: Cherokee
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Respiratory Aid
Notes: Dried leaves smoked for catarrh.
RECRD: 81101 id: 3244