Asteraceae Ambrosia psilostachya DC.

Cuman Ragweed

Cheyenne - Drug, Analgesic

Use documented by:
Grinnell, George Bird, 1972, The Cheyenne Indians - Their History and Ways of Life Vol.2, Lincoln. University of Nebraska Press, page 188

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Scientific name: Ambrosia psilostachya DC.
USDA symbol: AMPS (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Cuman Ragweed
Family: Asteraceae
Family (APG): Asteraceae
Native American Tribe: Cheyenne
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Analgesic
Notes: Infusion of leaves and stems taken for bowel pains and bloody stools.

RECRD: 81030 id: 2868

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