Asteraceae
Canada goldenrod
Solidago canadensis L.
Indigenous Names: waȟčáziblu
Traditional Food Use
Lakota
A nice tea is made from Solidago prairie goldenrod, čhaŋnúŋǧa hú the dried flowers.
Medicinal Documentation
Lakota
decoction of the entire plant is used to expel kidney stones An infusion of the dried leaves, flowers, and stems treats stomachaches, gastroenteritis, and influenza. It is also used to treat urinary tract infections, yeast infections, and sore throats.
Botanical Reference
Parts Documented: leaf, flower, stem, whole plant