Asteraceae Artemisia ludoviciana Nutt.

Louisiana Sagewort

Cheyenne - Other, Ceremonial Items

Use documented by:
Hart, Jeff, 1992, Montana Native Plants and Early Peoples, Helena. Montana Historical Society Press, page 44

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Scientific name: Artemisia ludoviciana Nutt.
USDA symbol: ARLUL2 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Louisiana Sagewort
Family: Asteraceae
Family (APG): Asteraceae
Native American Tribe: Cheyenne
Use category: Other
Use sub-category: Ceremonial Items
Notes: Plant used extensively in ceremonies to drive away bad spirits, evil influences and ominous dreams.

RECRD: 45389 id: 5365

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