Asteraceae Smallanthus uvedalius (L.) Mackenzie ex Small

Hairy Leafcup

Cherokee - Drug, Burn Dressing

Use documented by:
Hamel, Paul B. and Mary U. Chiltoskey, 1975, Cherokee Plants and Their Uses -- A 400 Year History, Sylva, N.C. Herald Publishing Co., page 42

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Scientific name: Smallanthus uvedalius (L.) Mackenzie ex Small
USDA symbol: SMUV (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Hairy Leafcup
Family: Asteraceae
Family (APG): Asteraceae
Native American Tribe: Cherokee
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Burn Dressing
Notes: Bruised root used on burns.

RECRD: 92025 id: 38149

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