narrowleaf purple coneflower

Infusion of powdered leaves and roots taken or root chewed for sore mouth or gums

Root used to stimulate the flow of saliva

Infusion of powdered leaves and roots used as a wash for sore and painful necks

Root juice or infusion of powdered leaves and roots used for toothaches

A tea is drunk for rheumatism, arthritis, mumps, and measles

A salve made for external treatment of all ailments

Roots are mixed with blazing star (Mentzelia laevicaulis) and boiled. The tea is drank for smallpox

Roots are mixed with puffball spores (Lycoperdon species) and skunk oil was used in the treatment of boils