Eriastrum eremicum

Eriastrum eremicum, also known as the Desert Fairy or Sand-verbena Fairy, is a flowering plant native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

The plant has been used in traditional medicine for its medicinal properties, including antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory effects, which can help to soothe and calm irritated skin and wounds.

The health benefits of Eriastrum eremicum include its ability to reduce inflammation and promote wound healing, making it a potential treatment for minor cuts and scrapes.

In herbal preparations, the plant can be dried and made into a tea or tincture, or used in salves and creams to take advantage of its medicinal properties.