Berberidaceae Caulophyllum thalictroides (L.) Michx.

Blue Cohosh

Iroquois - Drug, Antirheumatic (External)

Use documented by:
Herrick, James William, 1977, Iroquois Medical Botany, State University of New York, Albany, PhD Thesis, page 333

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Scientific name: Caulophyllum thalictroides (L.) Michx.
USDA symbol: CATH2 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Blue Cohosh
Family: Berberidaceae
Family (APG): Berberidaceae
Native American Tribe: Iroquois
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Antirheumatic (External)
Notes: Infusion of roots used as a foot and leg bath for rheumatism.

RECRD: 83583 id: 8568

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