Ranunculaceae Caltha palustris L.

Yellow Marshmarigold

Iroquois - Drug, Emetic

Use documented by:
Herrick, James William, 1977, Iroquois Medical Botany, State University of New York, Albany, PhD Thesis, page 323

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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: Iroquois
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Emetic
Notes: Infusion of smashed roots taken to vomit against a love charm.

RECRD: 83308 id: 7799

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