Ranunculaceae Coptis trifolia (L.) Salisb.
Threeleaf Goldthread
Iroquois - Drug, Pediatric Aid
Use documented by:
Herrick, James William, 1977, Iroquois Medical Botany, State University of New York, Albany, PhD Thesis, page 323
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Coptis trifolia (L.) Salisb.
Scientific name: Coptis trifolia (L.) Salisb.
USDA symbol: COTR2 (
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Common names: Threeleaf Goldthread
Family: Ranunculaceae
Family (APG): Ranunculaceae
Native American Tribe: Iroquois
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Pediatric Aid
Notes: Decoction of plant given to babies with sickness caused by bad blood from mother.
RECRD: 84378 id: 10654