Berberidaceae Caulophyllum thalictroides (L.) Michx.

Blue Cohosh

Iroquois - Drug, Emetic

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

View all documented uses for Caulophyllum thalictroides (L.) Michx.

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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: Emetic
Notes: Infusion of smashed roots taken to vomit for gall stones.

RECRD: 83585 id: 8570

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