Eremogone congesta
- Origin
- North America
- Part used
- See detailed notebook
- Tradition
- Traditional ethnobotany
A quiet inhabitant of the dry, rocky soils of the American West, Eremogone congesta forms small flowering cushions that plains herbalists knew mainly by local reputation rather than by widespread use. Amerindian traditions gave it a modest but real place in the notebooks of simple remedies, passed down from generation to generation.
Traditional uses
Before you use it
A traditional use very poorly documented in the available ethnobotanical literature: particular caution is warranted. Avoid any internal use during pregnancy and breastfeeding, given the traditional postpartum uses that suggest a possible action on women's health. Do not give to children without the advice of a qualified health professional. Consult a herbalist or physician before any use, for lack of sufficient data on dosages and possible interactions.
The detailed notebook
- Prepared as a paste or decoction
- Traditional duration of use
- Known contraindications
- Related species and their uses
Where to find it
Partner herbalists — available with the detailed notebook.
Sources
PFAF