Goldenseal (Hydrastis canadensis L.)


 

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Goldenseal (Hydrastis canadensis L.)

Introduction

Botanical Information
Hydrastis canadensis L., a member of the Ranunculaceae family, is native to North America with a natural range from southern Quebec to northern Georgia and west to Missouri. Goldenseal is an herbaceous perennial and can be found growing naturally in rich, densely shaded, deciduous forests. The plant emerges in early spring