Ranunculaceae Coptis trifolia (L.) Salisb.
Threeleaf Goldthread
Malecite - Drug, Oral Aid
Use documented by:
Mechling, W.H., 1959, The Malecite Indians With Notes on the Micmacs, Anthropologica 8:239-263, page 245
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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: Malecite
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Oral Aid
Notes: Infusion of plant used for children with sore mouths.
RECRD: 44040 id: 10660