Asteraceae Artemisia dracunculus L.

Wormwood

Flathead - Drug, Antirheumatic (External)

Use documented by:
Hart, Jeff, 1992, Montana Native Plants and Early Peoples, Helena. Montana Historical Society Press, page 45

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Scientific name: Artemisia dracunculus L.
USDA symbol: ARDR4 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Wormwood
Family: Asteraceae
Family (APG): Asteraceae
Native American Tribe: Flathead
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Antirheumatic (External)
Notes: Infusion of foliage used lukewarm for swollen feet and legs.

RECRD: 45407 id: 5127