- Region
- North America
- Origin
- North America
North America · Herb · № 329
Aletris farinosa
Herb · North America
True unicorn root
Aletris farinosa
Traditionally attributed effects: oestrogenic, tonic, stimulates digestion, calming.
Safety notes
Traditional use is no proof of effectiveness; if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication or have a medical condition, consult a doctor or pharmacist.
Preparation
Rhizome, roots.
Use in traditions
Indigenous peoples of eastern North America used the bitter root for colic, women's complaints and rheumatism. In the 19th century the patent medicine trade sold it as a women's tonic. The plant has become rare in many areas.
Applications
Use by tradition
How different herbal traditions describe this herb. Amounts are traditional guidelines checked for obvious errors; they are not medical advice. For poisonous plants no dosage is given on purpose.
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Attributed effects
Oestrogenic, tonic, stimulates digestion, calming.
Preparation and amount
Rhizome, roots.