Latin name: Sanicula odorata (Raf.) K.M. Pryer & L.R. Phillippe Syn.: S. gregaria E.P. Bicknell
Botanical family: Apiaceae
Growth habit: Herb
Vernacular name(s): black snakeroot (Eng.)
sanicle grégaire (Fr.)
wabimi'negakathosiswimi'nal (Malecite)
Uses:
Roots :Steeped with spikenard and given in kidney trouble [Malecite 65]. Used for rheumatism, irregular menstruation and slow parturition; also used against snake bites [44].