Ranunculaceae Aquilegia canadensis L.
Red Columbine
Iroquois - Drug, Kidney 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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Aquilegia canadensis L.
Scientific name: Aquilegia canadensis L.
USDA symbol: AQCA (
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Common names: Red Columbine
Family: Ranunculaceae
Family (APG): Ranunculaceae
Native American Tribe: Iroquois
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Kidney Aid
Notes: Infusion of roots taken before meals for the kidneys.
RECRD: 81480 id: 3895