common buttonbush
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