Asteraceae Lygodesmia juncea (Pursh) D. Don ex Hook.

Rush Skeletonplant

Ponca - Drug, Gynecological Aid

Use documented by:
Howard, James, 1965, The Ponca Tribe, SI-BAE Bulletin #195, page 152

View all documented uses for Lygodesmia juncea (Pursh) D. Don ex Hook.

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Scientific name: Lygodesmia juncea (Pursh) D. Don ex Hook.
USDA symbol: LYJU (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Rush Skeletonplant
Family: Asteraceae
Family (APG): Asteraceae
Native American Tribe: Ponca
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Gynecological Aid
Notes: Infusion of plant used to increase milk flow of mothers.

RECRD: 9510 id: 21579

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