Plants Native to Montana With Medicinal Value

Montana is one of the least populous states in America. In fact, 82 percent of its counties, called frontier counties, have a population of six or less people per square mile (according to nnml.gov). But plant life thrives here. Montana has a wide variety of plant life growing throughout its state, many of which have medicinal purposes.

White Angelica

• White Angelica is a perennial plant with lots of small, white bulbous flowers on it. Its roots and teas made from the plant have been used to regulate digestion and to alleviate cramps and nausea.

Alfalfa

• Alfalfa plants are foraged around Montana, and are used throughout the world as a spice in a variety of dishes. However, alfalfa can also be used medically. It's regarded as a homeopathic remedy to cure indigestion, increase urination (diuretic), increase appetite and to help regulate diabetes and anemia.

Common Mallow

• The common mallow is a member of the mallow family, along with flowers like the hibiscus and hollyhock, and can be found in many states throughout the U.S., including Montana. It can be used as a skin soother, a mild laxative, a diuretic and, when applied to the chest area, can help to remove mucous and congestion.

Yellow Monkey Flower

• The yellow monkey flower is, as its name implies, a bright yellow flower, with healing properties concentrating on cuts and wounds. This flower can be applied to a fresh cut to help the blood clot, and its leaves can be wrapped around the wound to help stop bleeding.