Ranunculaceae Caltha palustris L.

Yellow Marshmarigold

Eskimo, Western - Drug, Laxative

Use documented by:
Lantis, Margaret, 1959, Folk Medicine and Hygiene, Anthropological Papers of the University of Alaska 8:1-75, page 14

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Scientific name: Caltha palustris L.
USDA symbol: CAPAP6 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Yellow Marshmarigold
Family: Ranunculaceae
Family (APG): Ranunculaceae
Native American Tribe: Eskimo, Western
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Laxative
Notes: Infusion of leaves taken for constipation.

RECRD: 83310 id: 7798

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