HERB AND USE
Black Cohosh
Scientific Name: Cimicifuga racemosa
Common Names: Black snakeroot, macrotys, bugwort, bugbane
Family: Ranunculaceae
Part Used: Roots, rhizome
Habitat: Black Cohosh is native to North America
The Cherokee Indians used black cohosh as a diuretic and as a remedy for fatigue and tuberculosis. Other native Americans used this herb to treat menstrual irregularities, rheumatism and sore throat. Today, black cohosh is used mainly to reduce the severity of premenopausal and menopausal symptoms, such as excessive sweating, depression and hot flashes.
CAUTION: Black cohosh is not the same as blue cohosh. Blue cohosh may be toxic and has not been tested for safety.
Scientific Name: Cimicifuga racemosa
Common Names: Black snakeroot, macrotys, bugwort, bugbane
Family: Ranunculaceae
Part Used: Roots, rhizome
Habitat: Black Cohosh is native to North America
The Cherokee Indians used black cohosh as a diuretic and as a remedy for fatigue and tuberculosis. Other native Americans used this herb to treat menstrual irregularities, rheumatism and sore throat. Today, black cohosh is used mainly to reduce the severity of premenopausal and menopausal symptoms, such as excessive sweating, depression and hot flashes.
CAUTION: Black cohosh is not the same as blue cohosh. Blue cohosh may be toxic and has not been tested for safety.
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