Ranunculaceae Coptis trifolia (L.) Salisb.

Threeleaf Goldthread

Chippewa - Dye, Yellow

Use documented by:
Densmore, Frances, 1928, Uses of Plants by the Chippewa Indians, SI-BAE Annual Report #44:273-379, page 374

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Scientific name: Coptis trifolia (L.) Salisb.
USDA symbol: COTR2 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Threeleaf Goldthread
Family: Ranunculaceae
Family (APG): Ranunculaceae
Native American Tribe: Chippewa
Use category: Dye
Use sub-category: Yellow
Notes: Long, slender roots used to make a bright yellow dye.

RECRD: 43042 id: 10641

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