Rubiaceae

common buttonbush

Cephalanthus occidentalis L. var. pubescens Raf.

Indigenous Names: Pesctai, Ee-ton-ba-a

Habitat: Commonly found in swamps and low ground throughout the United States into Mexico; Commonly found in swamps and low ground throughout the United States into Mexico Plants Parts Harvested: Roots

Seasonality: Not given

Status: Native

Medicinal Documentation

Kiowa

Decoction of roots taken for hemorrhages.

Ceremonial & Cultural Notes

Comanche

Material/Artifact: Wood used to make game sticks

Botanical Reference

Parts Documented: wood

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