Blue Cohosh (Caulophyllum thalictroides)
Thanks to edgeplot for the ID.
It is indeed Blue Cohosh (Caulophyllum thalictroides, also known as Squaw Root or Papoose Root). It was used as a medicinal herb by American Indians. It is a tall perennial with large blue berry-like fruits. It can be used as a dietary supplement that can induce labor.
Tincture or tea made from dried Blue Cohosh root is used in herbal medicine as a uterine tonic, and as an aid in difficult menstruation. Native Americans used Blue Cohosh to induce labor. It should not be used in pregnancy prior to the ninth month. Use only under advice from a qualified medical practitioner.
Children have been poisoned by the berries.
I found these in the forest, I don't remember seeing them before.
They stand approx. 16 inches high.
Blue Cohosh (Caulophyllum thalictroides)
Thanks to edgeplot for the ID.
It is indeed Blue Cohosh (Caulophyllum thalictroides, also known as Squaw Root or Papoose Root). It was used as a medicinal herb by American Indians. It is a tall perennial with large blue berry-like fruits. It can be used as a dietary supplement that can induce labor.
Tincture or tea made from dried Blue Cohosh root is used in herbal medicine as a uterine tonic, and as an aid in difficult menstruation. Native Americans used Blue Cohosh to induce labor. It should not be used in pregnancy prior to the ninth month. Use only under advice from a qualified medical practitioner.
Children have been poisoned by the berries.
I found these in the forest, I don't remember seeing them before.
They stand approx. 16 inches high.