Daisy Fleabane

Daisy Fleabane (Erigeron philadelphicus)

Found in both Eastern Deciduous Forest and Tall Grass Prairie

Uses:

  • Diuretic, astringent (plant tea)
  • Fevers (plant tea)
  • Anti-inflammatory (plant tea)
  • Anti-oxidant (plant tea)
Active Chemical:
  • Caffeic acid, C9H8O4
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Bibliography: Foster, S., & Duke, J. (2000). A field guide to medicinal plants and herbs of eastern and central North America (2nd ed.). Boston: Houghton Mifflin.


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