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Compound Tincture of Cohosh
Samuel Godfrey Henkel1850/1859
Library of Virginia
Richmond, VA, United States
This tincture of cohosh is likely referring to the plant “blue cohosh” (Caullophyllum thalictroides), which was recognized by Native Americans as particularly useful as a contraceptive, abortifacient, and aid in birthing because it prompted uterine contractions.
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- Title: Compound Tincture of Cohosh
- Creator: Samuel Godfrey Henkel
- Date: 1850/1859
- Location: New Market, Va.
- Physical Dimensions: 21 cm.
- Original Language: English
- Publisher: Henkel’s Printing-Office
- Original Source: Tinctura Caulophylli composita, compound tincture of cohosh- Broadside 185- .H4396
- Rights: Licensed under Creative Commons by Library of Virginia (CCBY)
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