Asteraceae Chrysopsis mariana (L.) Ell.

Maryland Goldenaster

Delaware, Oklahoma - Drug, Sedative

Use documented by:
Tantaquidgeon, Gladys, 1942, A Study of Delaware Indian Medicine Practice and Folk Beliefs, Harrisburg. Pennsylvania Historical Commission, page 28, 74

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Scientific name: Chrysopsis mariana (L.) Ell.
USDA symbol: CHMA14 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Maryland Goldenaster
Family: Asteraceae
Family (APG): Asteraceae
Native American Tribe: Delaware, Oklahoma
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Sedative
Notes: Infusion of root given to infants to quiet them.

RECRD: 83976 id: 9780

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