Fabaceae Pediomelum argophyllum (Pursh) J. Grimes
Silverleaf Scurfpea
Lakota - Drug, Veterinary Aid
Use documented by:
Rogers, Dilwyn J, 1980, Lakota Names and Traditional Uses of Native Plants by Sicangu (Brule) People in the Rosebud Area, South Dakota, St. Francis, SD. Rosebud Educational Scoiety, page 47
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Pediomelum argophyllum (Pursh) J. Grimes
Scientific name: Pediomelum argophyllum (Pursh) J. Grimes
USDA symbol: PEAR6 (
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Common names: Silverleaf Scurfpea
Family: Fabaceae
Family (APG): Fabaceae
Native American Tribe: Lakota
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Veterinary Aid
Notes: Roots fed to tired horses.
RECRD: 4889 id: 25690