Ranunculaceae Ranunculus abortivus L.

Littleleaf Buttercup

Iroquois - Drug, Emetic

Use documented by:
Herrick, James William, 1977, Iroquois Medical Botany, State University of New York, Albany, PhD Thesis, page 320

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Scientific name: Ranunculus abortivus L.
USDA symbol: RAAB (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Littleleaf Buttercup
Family: Ranunculaceae
Family (APG): Ranunculaceae
Native American Tribe: Iroquois
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Emetic
Notes: Decoction of root taken to vomit for stomach trouble and to counteract poison.

RECRD: 93264 id: 32636

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