Asteraceae Chaenactis douglasii (Hook.) Hook. & Arn.

Douglas' Dustymaiden

Thompson - Drug, Stimulant

Use documented by:
Steedman, E.V., 1928, The Ethnobotany of the Thompson Indians of British Columbia, SI-BAE Annual Report #45:441-522, page 473

View all documented uses for Chaenactis douglasii (Hook.) Hook. & Arn.

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Scientific name: Chaenactis douglasii (Hook.) Hook. & Arn.
USDA symbol: CHDOD (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Douglas' Dustymaiden
Family: Asteraceae
Family (APG): Asteraceae
Native American Tribe: Thompson
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Stimulant
Notes: Mild decoction of entire plant taken as a tonic for the stomach and lassitude.

RECRD: 83790 id: 9018

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