Ranunculaceae Aquilegia canadensis L.

Red Columbine

Iroquois - Drug, Dermatological Aid

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: Aquilegia canadensis L.
USDA symbol: AQCA (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Red Columbine
Family: Ranunculaceae
Family (APG): Ranunculaceae
Native American Tribe: Iroquois
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Compound infusion of plants taken and used as a wash for poison ivy and itch.

RECRD: 81479 id: 3894