gah.boe.n.zee.nee (Fleabane)

Names

Shoshone: gah.boe.n.zee.nee

English: Fleabane

Scientific: Erigeron sp.

Zone

Alpine

Harvest Time

  • June or July depending on the elevation

Primary Uses

  • Repels fleas

Secondary Uses

  • Not edible

Cautions

  • Too bitter to eat

Active Principle(s)

  • None Listed

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Notes

General Notes

  • Dried plants powdered and used in flea colors

Process Prep

  • Dry and powder the entire plant and save it in an airtight jar.
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