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

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