They are always careful to leave some of the plant behind for others and so the plant can continue to grow. Each healer had his or her own source of herbs and a unique system for using them. Families living in one area might each use the same herb differently. Despite these variations, some common applications for easily available herbs emerged. Chewing the flower stems can help prevent tooth decay.
Dandelion roots mixed with other herb can make a tea to help kidney trouble.
An oil made from the flowers is good for arthritis. The roots steeped in water make a mouthwash for children's sore mouths and adult trenchmouth and sore throats. Smoking the dried leaves helps colds and asthma. The leaves steeped in water can be given in small doses to babies to help regulate their bowels. A leaf applied to an abscess will dry it up.