Tick Bite

Jewelweed
Common Name: Jewelweed

Genus and Species Name: Impatiens Capensis

Habitat: Missouri- tall grass prairies and eastern deciduous forest

Uses: relieves itching

Preparation: poultice or break stem and rub on skin

Active Chemical Ingredient: Balsaminone                          



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Sources: http://www.thenaturelabs.com/article.php?id=36

Purple Cone Flower
Common Name: Purple Cone Flower

Genus and Species Name: Echinacea purpurea

Habitat: Missouri

Uses: helps relieve itching and reduces risk of infection

Preparation: tea

Active Chemical Ingredient: Caffeic Acid

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Sources: http://medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com/Purple+coneflower