Red Baneberry, Actaea rubra (Ait.) Willd.  Poisonous plant.  Native Americans used a decoction of the root to purge afterbirth, to treat irregular menstruation, to treat post partum pain.  Chopped root infusion use as lactagogue to increase milk flow.  Root extraction used externally on difficult to heal wounds, sores.  Root infusion also considered an appetite stimulant.  Decoction of root used to treat arthritis.

Once again, plant parts are toxic.

Decoction of root used for treating colds, coughs.

 

 Actaea rubra  Many tribes note that the berry is poisonous.