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Black-eyed Susan
Rudbeckia hirta 'Tiger eye Gold'
37.8349, -122.28
Field Notes
Description:
The roots but not seedheads of Rudbeckia hirta can be used much like the related Echinacea purpurea. It is an astringent used as in a warm infusion as a wash for sores and swellings. The Ojibwa used it as a poultice for snake bites and to make an infusion for treating colds and worms in children. The plant is diuretic and was used by the Menominee and Potawatomi. Juice from the roots had been used as drops for earaches.
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Habitat:
Urban house flower garden.
Species ID Suggestions
Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedJanuary 8, 2012
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