Berberidaceae Caulophyllum thalictroides (L.) Michx.
Blue Cohosh
Menominee - Drug, Gynecological Aid
Use documented by:
Smith, Huron H., 1923, Ethnobotany of the Menomini Indians, Bulletin of the Public Museum of the City of Milwaukee 4:1-174, page 25
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Caulophyllum thalictroides (L.) Michx.
Scientific name: Caulophyllum thalictroides (L.) Michx.
USDA symbol: CATH2 (
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Common names: Blue Cohosh
Family: Berberidaceae
Family (APG): Berberidaceae
Native American Tribe: Menominee
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Gynecological Aid
Notes: Decoction of root taken to suppress profuse menstruation.
RECRD: 83589 id: 8574