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Tall Grass Prairie

Cinquefoil

Potentilla simplex

Hydrastis canadensis

Goldenseal

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Used externally as a wash or rub in paste form, for ringworm, athletes foot, infected sores, and skin diseases. Also used to stop bleeding (homeostatic).

A strong decoction is poured over infections,  sores, rashes and as a bath additive it is soothing for reddened or irritated skin. An infusion of the leaves makes an excellent skin cleansing lotion and is also used cosmetically as a soothing lotion for reddened skin and for babies delicate skin. Powdered or crushed root stops bleeding.

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Eastern Deciduous Forest

Hydrastis canadensis

Goldenseal

srothoidai.com Hydrastine

Used externally as a wash or rub in paste form, for ringworm, athletes foot, infected sores, and skin diseases. Also used to stop bleeding (homeostatic).