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Aconitum columbianum (1 Page of 5) The Aconitum columbianum plant species is found in Northwestern N. America - Alaska to California. It is a member of the Ranunculaceae family. Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Medicinal | Edible Uses Latin Name: Aconitum columbianum Family: Ranunculaceae Author: Nutt. Known Hazards: The whole plant is highly toxic - simple skin contact has caused numbness in some people. The roots and seeds are the most toxic and also the leaves just before the plant flowers[212]. Mature Height: 0.2 Mature Width: Habitat: Moist woods to sub-alpine meadows, mostly along streams[60].
Medicinal Information: The drug 'aconite' can be obtained from the root of this plant[212]. It is used as a heart and nerve sedative[212]. This is a very poisonous plant and should only be used with extreme caution and under the supervision of a qualified practitioner.
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