Bitter Root

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Sweet FlagSiŋkpȟétȟawoteSweet Flag (Lakota name translates to “muskrat food”) orAcorus calamus, is used to treat arm or leg cramps,indigestion, sore throats, and toothaches. Parts of the plantcan be eaten raw or cooked and candied.To use: Cut a small portion of root and chew to produce anumbing effect on the throat and teeth. The root can alsobe grated into boiling water and made into a tea forindigestion. A poultice can also be made and rubbed oncramps in the extremities. Show more