Western Yarrow
Unknown

Western Yarrow

Achillea tomentosa Pursh, non L.

Indigenous Names: Hehaa-heseeo?otse, I ha i se e yo
Habitat: Prairies, meadows, open woods, especially areas of mild disturbance; Prairies, meadows, open woods, especially areas of mild disturbance. The plant thrives in dry to moderately moist soil, from valley floors to above the timberline
Seasonality: Not specified
Status: Native

Medicinal Documentation

Cheyenne

Infusion of green or dried leaves taken for slight nausea. The same tea is useful in case of a cold. Additional commentary: The plant, either freshly collected or dried, is pounded fine, and put in hot water so that an infusion is made. It is then drunk little by little for the relief of the trouble. It may be used at any time of the year.

Cheyenne

Infusion of dried, pounded plant taken for coughs.

Cheyenne

Infusion of dried, pounded plant taken for tickling in the throat

Botanical Reference

Parts Documented: leaves, plant

Distribution: Prairies, meadows, open woods, especially areas of mild disturbance. The plant thrives in dry to moderately moist soil, from valley floors to above the timberline