Latin name:
Oenothera biennis
L.
Botanical family:
Onagraceae
Growth habit:
Herb
Vernacular name(s):
mink plant (Eng.)
onagre (Fr.)
Uses:
•
Whole plant :
Soaked in warm water to make a poultice to heal bruises [Ojibwa 87].
•
Bark :
Strong infusion drunk in small doses for pain in the bowels [Montagnais 70].