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USDA-NRCS PLANTS Database / Britton, N.L., and A. Brown. 1913. An illustrated flora of the northern United States, Canada and the British Possessions. 3 vols. Charles Scribner's Sons, New York. Vol. 2: 98.
Names: Cut-Leaved Anemone (English); Anemoné Divisé (French); Anemone multifida (Latin)
Other Common Names: Plume Stems
Characteristics: Blooms may be deep pink to white in color, result in fluffy seed pods in the fall. Foliage will turn a bright yellow in the fall.
Habitat and Origin: Found in dry grasslands and woods, common in Prairie provinces.
Optimal Growing Conditions: Prefers sun to light shade, dry soil, can be exposed to conditions.
Edible Portions: None
Aboriginal Peoples Uses: Fluffy seed plumes can be burned on coals, the smoke inhaled to relieve headaches. May also be brewed as a tea to relieve stomach problems, diarrhea, and to induce abortion.
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