Ranunculaceae Ranunculus bulbosus L.
St. Anthony's Turnip
Iroquois - Drug, Toothache Remedy
Use documented by:
Herrick, James William, 1977, Iroquois Medical Botany, State University of New York, Albany, PhD Thesis, page 320
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Ranunculus bulbosus L.
Scientific name: Ranunculus bulbosus L.
USDA symbol: RABU (
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Common names: St. Anthony's Turnip
Family: Ranunculaceae
Family (APG): Ranunculaceae
Native American Tribe: Iroquois
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Toothache Remedy
Notes: Root placed in cavity to break up the tooth for a toothache.
RECRD: 93282 id: 32660