Ranunculaceae Ranunculus abortivus L.

Littleleaf Buttercup

Cherokee - Drug, Dermatological Aid

Use documented by:
Hamel, Paul B. and Mary U. Chiltoskey, 1975, Cherokee Plants and Their Uses -- A 400 Year History, Sylva, N.C. Herald Publishing Co., page 31

View all documented uses for Ranunculus abortivus L.

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Scientific name: Ranunculus abortivus L.
USDA symbol: RAAB (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Littleleaf Buttercup
Family: Ranunculaceae
Family (APG): Ranunculaceae
Native American Tribe: Cherokee
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Used as poultice for abscesses.

RECRD: 93255 id: 32627

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