Traditional Uses: Traditionally used by Native Americans and early settlers as a poultice for wounds, burns, boils, and skin inflammation, and internally as a soothing drink for coughs, sore throats, and digestive complaints.
Potential Benefits: The mucilage content may soothe irritated mucous membranes, providing relief for sore throats and mild digestive discomfort (such as heartburn and indigestion), and can be applied topically to minor burns and wounds.
Warnings: Generally recognized as safe, but it may slow the absorption of other medications (take 1 hour apart) ; avoid during pregnancy due to potential abortifacient effects, and the pollen is a known allergen.
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