Rosaceae Geum triflorum Pursh

Prairiesmoke

Blackfoot - Drug, Eye Medicine

Use documented by:
Johnston, Alex, 1987, Plants and the Blackfoot, Lethbridge, Alberta. Lethbridge Historical Society, page 38

View all documented uses for Geum triflorum Pursh

Scientific name: Geum triflorum Pursh
USDA symbol: GETRT (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Prairiesmoke
Family: Rosaceae
Family (APG): Rosaceae
Native American Tribe: Blackfoot
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Eye Medicine
Notes: Decoction of roots used for sore or swollen eyes.

RECRD: 60657 id: 15930