Ranunculaceae Coptis trifolia (L.) Salisb.

Threeleaf Goldthread

Mohegan - Drug, Pediatric Aid

Use documented by:
Tantaquidgeon, Gladys, 1972, Folk Medicine of the Delaware and Related Algonkian Indians, Harrisburg. Pennsylvania Historical Commission Anthropological Papers #3, page 72, 128

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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: Mohegan
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Pediatric Aid
Notes: Infusion of leaves used as a mouthwash for infants.

RECRD: 84391 id: 10671

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