Saxifragaceae Heuchera cylindrica var. alpina Sw.
Alpine Alumroot
Cheyenne - Drug, Orthopedic Aid
Use documented by:
Grinnell, George Bird, 1972, The Cheyenne Indians - Their History and Ways of Life Vol.2, Lincoln. University of Nebraska Press, page 176
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Heuchera cylindrica var. alpina Sw.
Scientific name: Heuchera cylindrica var. alpina Sw.
USDA symbol: HECYA (
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Common names: Alpine Alumroot
Family: Saxifragaceae
Family (APG): Saxifragaceae
Native American Tribe: Cheyenne
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Orthopedic Aid
Notes: Infusion of roots taken or powdered roots rubbed on skin for sore muscles.
RECRD: 87421 id: 17073