Boraginaceae Mertensia ciliata (James ex Torr.) G. Don

Mountain Bluebells

Cheyenne - Drug, Dermatological 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 184

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Scientific name: Mertensia ciliata (James ex Torr.) G. Don
USDA symbol: MECIC2 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Mountain Bluebells
Family: Boraginaceae
Family (APG): Boraginaceae
Native American Tribe: Cheyenne
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Infusion of powdered roots taken for itching from smallpox.

RECRD: 2027 id: 22973

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