Origin: Moist, shaded and lymi rocks or steeps bancks; humus-rich woods.

Uses: According to existing sources, this plant as been used as expectorant, tonic, and astringent. In Europe a tea of the herb is used to treat cughs, catarrh and respiratory infections as well as menstrual discomforts.

A guide to medicinal plants of Appalachia/ Krochmal, Arnold; Walter, Russel S.; Doughty, Richard M.: USA: U.S.D.A Forest Service:,1959