Unicorn Root False
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Botanical Name |
Veratrum luteum |
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Family |
Melanthiaceae |
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Other Names |
Blazing star, Chamaelirium luteum, helonias root, starwort |
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Native to |
North America |
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Parts Used |
Rhizome |
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Actions |
Anthelmintic, diuretic, emetic, uterine tonic |
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Constituents |
Saponins: the glycosides chamaelirin and helonin based on diosgenin |
Unicorn Root True
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Botanical Name |
Aletris farinose |
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Family |
Melanthiaceae |
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Other Names |
Ague root, colic root, stargrass |
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Native to |
North America |
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Parts Used |
Rhizome |
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Actions |
Stomachic, tonic |
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Constituents |
Saponins based on diosgenin Volatile oil, resin |