Scrophulariaceae

lilac penstemon

Penstemon gracilis Nutt.

Indigenous Names: iyéčheča

Habitat: upland; rocky

Seasonality: Not specified

Status: Native

Medicinal Documentation

Lakota

The roots are rubbed on the skin to repel snakes Penstemon large beardtongue, kimímila A decoction of the leaves is taken for chills and fever.

Parts Documented: root, leaf