Ranunculaceae Ranunculus acris L.

Tall Buttercup

Iroquois - Drug, Analgesic

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 acris L.
USDA symbol: RAACA3 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Tall Buttercup
Family: Ranunculaceae
Family (APG): Ranunculaceae
Native American Tribe: Iroquois
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Analgesic
Notes: Poultice of smashed plant applied to chest for pains.

RECRD: 93277 id: 32653

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