Asteraceae Anaphalis margaritacea (L.) Benth.

Western Pearlyeverlasting

Cheyenne - Other, Protection

Use documented by:
Grinnell, George Bird, 1972, The Cheyenne Indians - Their History and Ways of Life Vol.2, Lincoln. University of Nebraska Press, page 187

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Scientific name: Anaphalis margaritacea (L.) Benth.
USDA symbol: ANMA (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Western Pearlyeverlasting
Family: Asteraceae
Family (APG): Asteraceae
Native American Tribe: Cheyenne
Use category: Other
Use sub-category: Protection
Notes: Dried flowers carried or chewed and rubbed on the body as protection from danger before battle.

RECRD: 2051 id: 3254

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