Spiny Skeletonweed

Used in making medicine Additional commentary: Although this is a powerful medicine, its preparation and use did not require a specialist. It is considered very important, according John Stands- In-Timber, it is used in making almost every medicine.438 In isolation, or in conjunction with other plants, it can be used for colds. In this case the root is pulverized and boiled and a hot infusion is prepared. The ailing person sits under a blanket amidst the infusion’s vapor and sweats; some of the infusion is also drunk. This method is also employed for mumps, and tuberculosis.439 Part of the action of this plant, also known as Stephanomeria spinosa, is as a diaphoretic.440