MEDICINAL USES:
Black Cohosh is probably best known for its estrogenic properties, though it is also a sedative, anti-spasmodic, anti-inflammatory and a vasodilator or peripheral blood vessels. The roots have all of these properties; the leaves have all but the estrogenic. As a sedative and estrogenic it helps to relax and normalize menstrual functioning. It can be especially helpful in treating hot flashes and suppressing surges of luteinizing hormone. As an antispasmodic it can ease uterine cramping and as an antinflammatory it can be helpful in rheumatic conditions and arthritis.
CAUTION: Black Cohosh is not recommended for use during pregnancy.
N= May be toxic in large doses or some applications