Asteraceae
stiff goldenrod
Oligoneuron rigidum (L.) Small
Indigenous Names: waȟčázi
Medicinal Documentation
Lakota
A decoction of the roots and seeds is used to treat swelling false gromwell, (this remedy is said to only be used by men); it is also used as a rubbing Onosmodium Western šúŋkačhaŋkȟahúiphi solution for the sore muscles of horses, and it is sometimes given to
Ceremonial & Cultural Notes
Lakota
the meat The seeds are put into gourds or turtle shells to make ceremonial rattles.
Botanical Reference
Parts Documented: root, seed