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Dotted Gayfeather
Sunflower Family : Asteraceae
Latin Name : Liatris punctata
Longevity : Perennial
Season : Warm
Origin : Native
Value : Wildlife – fair
Livestock - fair
Remarks :
Also known as, "Dotted blazing-star". Growth 6
to 30 inches tall, arises singly or in clusters from
rootstock. Flowers August to September.
Produces a taproot that can reach a depth of 15
ft., making it quite drought resistant. In the early
stages of growth, it is nutritious and palatable for
livestock, especially preferred by sheep. Found in
dry, open upland sites, primarily on sandy soils.
In the spring, the Kiowa baked the roots over a
fire and ate them, it is said to have a carrot-like
flavor in the early spring. The Blackfoot applied
a poultice of boiled roots to swellings and took
an infusion of roots to treat stomach aches.
Source: USDA-NRCS
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