Herb latin name: Papoose Root,Papoose Root Extract

Latin name: Caulophyllum thalictroides

Family: Berberidaceae (Barberry Family)

Medicinal use of Papoose Root: Papoose root is atraditional herb of many North American Indian tribes and was used extensively by them to facilitate child birth. Modern herbalists still consider it to be awoman's herb and it is commonly used to treat various gynaecological conditions. An acrid, bitter, warming herb, it stimulates the uterus, reduces inflammation, expels intestinal worms and has diuretic effects. The root is anthelmintic, antispasmodic, diaphoretic, diuretic, emmenagogue, oxytocic and sedative. An infusion of the root in warm water is taken for about 2 weeks before the expected birth date in order to ease the birth. This infusion can also be used as an emmenagogue and auterine stimulant. Papoose root should therefore be used with some caution by women who are in an earlier stage of pregnancy since it can induce amiscarriage or early delivery. The plant is also taken internally in the treatment of pelvic inflammatory disease, rheumatism and gout. It should not be prescribed for people with hypertension and heart diseases. The powdered root can have an irritant action on the mucous membranes, therefore any use of this plant is best under the supervision of aqualified practitioner. The roots are normally harvested in the autumn, because they are at their richest at this time, and are dried for later use. The root is harvested in early spring as new growth is beginning and is used to make ahomeopathic remedy. It is used especially in childbirth and in some forms of rheumatism.

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Habitat of the herb: the herb: Rich moist soils in swamps, by streams and in woods.

Edible parts of Papoose Root: The roasted seed is a coffee substitute. The seeds are about the size of large peas, but are not produced in abundance.

Propagation of the herb: Seed - best sown as soon as it is ripe in a shady part of a cold frame. If stored seed is used, it should be sown as soon as it is received. Germination can be erratic. Prick out the seedlings as soon as they are large enough to handle and grow them on in a shady part of a greenhouse or cold frame for at least their first winter. Plant them out into their permanent positions during autumn or early winter. Division in spring or just after flowering. Plants are slow to increase.

Cultivation of Papoose Root: Rich moist soils in swamps, by streams and in woods.

Known hazards of Caulophyllum thalictroides: This plant should not be used during pregnancy prior to the commencement of labour.

Herb latin name: Papoose Root,Papoose Root Extract

Latin name: Caulophyllum thalictroides

Family: Berberidaceae (Barberry Family)

Medicinal use of Papoose Root: Papoose root is atraditional herb of many North American Indian tribes and was used extensively by them to facilitate child birth. Modern herbalists still consider it to be awoman's herb and it is commonly used to treat various gynaecological conditions. An acrid, bitter, warming herb, it stimulates the uterus, reduces inflammation, expels intestinal worms and has diuretic effects. The root is anthelmintic, antispasmodic, diaphoretic, diuretic, emmenagogue, oxytocic and sedative. An infusion of the root in warm water is taken for about 2 weeks before the expected birth date in order to ease the birth. This infusion can also be used as an emmenagogue and auterine stimulant. Papoose root should therefore be used with some caution by women who are in an earlier stage of pregnancy since it can induce amiscarriage or early delivery. The plant is also taken internally in the treatment of pelvic inflammatory disease, rheumatism and gout. It should not be prescribed for people with hypertension and heart diseases. The powdered root can have an irritant action on the mucous membranes, therefore any use of this plant is best under the supervision of aqualified practitioner. The roots are normally harvested in the autumn, because they are at their richest at this time, and are dried for later use. The root is harvested in early spring as new growth is beginning and is used to make ahomeopathic remedy. It is used especially in childbirth and in some forms of rheumatism.

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Habitat of the herb: the herb: Rich moist soils in swamps, by streams and in woods.

Edible parts of Papoose Root: The roasted seed is a coffee substitute. The seeds are about the size of large peas, but are not produced in abundance.

Propagation of the herb: Seed - best sown as soon as it is ripe in a shady part of a cold frame. If stored seed is used, it should be sown as soon as it is received. Germination can be erratic. Prick out the seedlings as soon as they are large enough to handle and grow them on in a shady part of a greenhouse or cold frame for at least their first winter. Plant them out into their permanent positions during autumn or early winter. Division in spring or just after flowering. Plants are slow to increase.

Cultivation of Papoose Root: Rich moist soils in swamps, by streams and in woods.

Known hazards of Caulophyllum thalictroides: This plant should not be used during pregnancy prior to the commencement of labour.