Maryland Snakeroot or Sanicula marilandica
Sanicle very much resembles valerian in its action on the system, possessing nervine and feebly anodyne properties, together with some astringency. It has been used with advantage as a domestic remedy in intermittent fevers, sore throat, cynanche trachealis, erysipelas, and some cutaneous diseases.
It’s rarely used by modern herbalists but 100 years ago it was commonly used. It’s a rare plant on the west coast but is very common in eastern North America.
It’s difficult to photograph. Its tiny stems throw auto focus for a loop.
Sanicle very much resembles valerian in its action on the system, possessing nervine and feebly anodyne properties, together with some astringency. It has been used with advantage as a domestic remedy in intermittent fevers, sore throat, cynanche trachealis, erysipelas, and some cutaneous diseases.
It’s rarely used by modern herbalists but 100 years ago it was commonly used. It’s a rare plant on the west coast but is very common in eastern North America.
It’s difficult to photograph. Its tiny stems throw auto focus for a loop.
