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Black Cohosh

Cimicifuga racemosa  Family: Ranunculaceae

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Uses:

Caution: Avoid during pregnancy.

Parts Used: Root

Dosage: 1-2 tsp root decoction1C boiling water  or 1oz dried root for 1 pint of water, 1 Cup tea three times daily; 15-30 drops tincture up to three times daily

Range: Native to eastern North America, it is a perennial that can grow in zones 3-8

Habitat & Growing Conditions: Likes full to partial shade in moist soil

Properties:

Key Constituents:

Sources:

The Way of Herbs, Michael Tierra, p96

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