A plant that has been used to treat menstrual disorders and to start labor. It may be unsafe and should not be confused with black cohosh. Latin name: Caullophylum thalictroides.
An excellent uterine tonic with other properties similar to that of Black Cohosh. Priest & Priest tell us that it is a "gently diffusive stimulating relaxant, uterine vaso-dilator and anti-spasmodic in all spastic and irritable states. Also See Black Cohosh.
Blue Cohosh (Caulophyllum thalictroides; also called Squaw Root or Papoose Root) is a flowering plant in the Berberidaceae (barberry) family. It was used as a medicinal herb by American Indians. It is a tall perennial with large blue berries. it can be used as a dietary supplement that can induce labor.