Latin name:
Penstemon confertus
Douglas ex Lindl.
Botanical family:
Scrophulariaceae
Growth habit:
Herb
Vernacular name(s):
lesser yellow beardtongue (Eng.)
penstémon à fleurs jaunes (Fr.)
Uses:
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Used as a cough medicine [Chippewa: 47].
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Roots :
Decoction drunk as a purgative [Chippewa 47].
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Outer bark :
Decoction used as a remedy for stomach troubles [Chippewa 47].