Asteraceae Tanacetum vulgare L.
Common Tansy
Cheyenne - Drug, Strengthener
Use documented by:
Grinnell, George Bird, 1972, The Cheyenne Indians - Their History and Ways of Life Vol.2, Lincoln. University of Nebraska Press, page 190
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Tanacetum vulgare L.
Scientific name: Tanacetum vulgare L.
USDA symbol: TAVU (
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Common names: Common Tansy
Family: Asteraceae
Family (APG): Asteraceae
Native American Tribe: Cheyenne
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Strengthener
Notes: Infusion of pulverized leaves and blossoms taken for weakness.
RECRD: 2074 id: 39297