Thelesperma subnudum
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Sand fringepod
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Summary
Source: WikipediaThelesperma subnudum, commonly known as Navajo tea, is a perennial species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is found from west central Canada to central United States. It grows in openings in pinyon/juniper or yellow pine forests.
Description
An herb in the Asteraceae family found in temperate regions.
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Edible Uses
The flowers and tips of young leaves are dried and boiled to make a tea.
Traditional Uses
The flowers are tips of young leaves are dried and boiled to make a tea.
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Distribution
It is a temperate plant.
Where It Grows
North America, USA,
Synonyms
References (2)
- Kermath, B. M., et al, 2014, Food Plants in the Americas: A survey of the domesticated, cultivated and wild plants used for Human food in North, Central and South America and the Caribbean. On line draft. p 861
- Moerman, D. F., 2010, Native American Ethnobotany. Timber Press. p 556
