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boneset

Eupatorium purpureum L. var. maculatum (L.) Darl.

Indigenous Names: waȟčá pȟepȟéla, Nesho’e ‘seeotse
Habitat: prairie; plains; It is found in rich lowlands, stream banks, moist woodlands, swampy areas, or marshes
Seasonality: Not specified
Status: Native

Medicinal Documentation

Cheyenne

The dried root is used to make a tea to produce profuse sweating to assist in breaking a fever Additional commentary: The plant, according to William Tallbull, was used when the Cheyenne were still using Kansas as part of their territory.293

Cheyenne

The plant is used to treat lower back pain Additional commentary: The plant, according to William Tallbull, was used when the Cheyenne were still using Kansas as part of their territory.295

Botanical Reference

Parts Documented: sap_or_resin, plant, root