Asteraceae Grindelia squarrosa (Pursh) Dunal

Curlycup Gumweed

Flathead - Drug, Veterinary Aid

Use documented by:
Hart, Jeff, 1992, Montana Native Plants and Early Peoples, Helena. Montana Historical Society Press, page 32

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Scientific name: Grindelia squarrosa (Pursh) Dunal
USDA symbol: GRSQS2 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Curlycup Gumweed
Family: Asteraceae
Family (APG): Asteraceae
Native American Tribe: Flathead
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Veterinary Aid
Notes: Flower heads rubbed on horses' hooves for protection against injury.

RECRD: 45262 id: 16230

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