Fabaceae
sweetclover
Melilotus officinalis (L.) Lam. var. micranthus O.E. Schulz
Indigenous Names: waȟpé swúla
Traditional Food Use
Lakota
The leaves and stems are boiled to make tea, which is commonly served at ceremonies, feeds, and various meetings.
Medicinal Documentation
Lakota
The leaves may also be eaten fresh or dried to treat indigestion. A strong decoction made from the roots is used to teat headaches and fever.
Botanical Reference
Parts Documented: root, leaf, stem