Cimicifuga racemosa
By amblealice
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Also known as: Black Cohosh; Snakeroot; Black Bugbane; Squaw Root
Plant folklore: Used by Native Americans to treat female complaints, rheumatic conditions and snakebites. Used as an insect repellant.
Tea made from the roots, if sprinkled around a room, will prevent evil spirits from entering. Supposed to counter the effect of rattlesnake bite.
Factual info; Contains an oestrogenic sedative, hence its use for menstrual and labour pain.
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27 Nov, 2009
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They are Simbad I agree with you there especially the seditive part.
27 Nov, 2009
I know this plant as Actaea simplex - I'm not sure which is the one I'm supposed to use! I wish they'd leave plant names alone.
Thanks for the interesting info, though! :-)
27 Nov, 2009
I think they changed the name within the last year or so Spritz. I agree with you, if it ain't broke, don't fix it.....lol
27 Nov, 2009
Dont know this one at al, it so pretty.
27 Nov, 2009
Mine's in a shady place - at the back, as it's tall, Denise!
27 Nov, 2009
Then I have just the place to put it Spritz.
28 Nov, 2009
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I have this planted by my pond, love it and the gorgeous scent, interesting facts amblealice.
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