Asteraceae Symphyotrichum falcatum var. commutatum (Torr. & Gray) Nesom

Cluster Aster

Zuni - Drug, Dermatological Aid

Use documented by:
Stevenson, Matilda Coxe, 1915, Ethnobotany of the Zuni Indians, SI-BAE Annual Report #30, page 84

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Scientific name: Symphyotrichum falcatum var. commutatum (Torr. & Gray) Nesom
USDA symbol: SYFAC (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Cluster Aster
Family: Asteraceae
Family (APG): Asteraceae
Native American Tribe: Zuni
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Ground blossoms mixed with yucca suds and used to wash newborn infants and make their hair grow.

RECRD: 33003 id: 39161

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