NavajoTea Plains

Greenthread, Dep'E Tewa (meaning Coyote Plant). This is an attractive plant with finely divided thread-like leaves and yellow coreopsis-like flowers. Native to the plains of the Central US. The leaves make a tasty tea, which has been used traditionally for mild urinary tract problems. The flowers are attractive to butterflies and beneficial insects. The plant is quite drought hardy once established. It prefers a sandy soil and full sun. Perennial. Hardy to zone 3.