Asteraceae Helianthella uniflora (Nutt.) Torr. & Gray

Oneflower Helianthella

Shoshoni - Drug, Analgesic

Use documented by:
Train, Percy, James R. Henrichs and W. Andrew Archer, 1941, Medicinal Uses of Plants by Indian Tribes of Nevada, Washington DC. U.S. Department of Agriculture, page 83, 84

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Scientific name: Helianthella uniflora (Nutt.) Torr. & Gray
USDA symbol: HEUNU (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Oneflower Helianthella
Family: Asteraceae
Family (APG): Asteraceae
Native American Tribe: Shoshoni
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Analgesic
Notes: Infusion of root used as a wash or compress for headaches.

RECRD: 87202 id: 16551

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