Ratibida columnifera, Prairie Coneflower
Popular
Historical Uses:
The Lakota Nation was reported to use infusions of plant tops for headaches and stomachaches. The Navajo Nation used cold infusions for fever. The Cheyenne Nation used a decoction of leaves and stems as a wash for pain and poison ivy rash.
Notes:
Can range in color from pure yellow to yellow and red. Highly attractive to bees
- Listing ID: 1195
- Duration: Perennial
- Soil Moisture: 1-5 (dry to wet): 2-3
- Stratification: 30 days cold moist stratification required
- Bloom Time: June-August
- Family: Asteraceae (Aster)
- Sunlight Exposure: Partial shade to full sun
- Latin Name: Ratibida pinnata
- Common Name: Prairie Coneflower, Mexican Hat
- Eco-Region: 255