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Petasites frigidus Sweet coltsfoot (1 Page of 5) The Petasites frigidus plant species is found in N. Europe to Northern N. America. It is a member of the Compositae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Sweet coltsfoot. Some home gardeners know the variety as P. speciosa. Tussilago frigida. Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Medicinal | Edible Uses Latin Name: Petasites frigidus Common Name: Sweet coltsfoot Family: Compositae Author: (L.)Fries. Known Hazards: None known Mature Height: 0.15 Mature Width: 1 Habitat: Streamsides, moist woods, bogs and other wet places in N. America[60].
Medicinal Information: Antispasmodic, poultice[172].
An infusion of the dried leaves has been used in the treatment of colds, head and chest congestion[257].
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