This is a plant that is quite common in this country, and nearly everybody knows what blood root is, but few know of its valuable properties. There is many a valuable plant that grows within our every day reach that would prove a balm to our bodily afflictions; but the great trouble is we are ignorant of their valuable powers and properties.

Medical properties and uses. -- It is a stimulant to the mucous membranes, and is claimed by many physicians to be a specific for a great many of their diseases. It is good for bronchitis, and is good for the stomach and bowels where there is an abnormal secretion of mucus. It is good for coughs and colds in small doses, and is a remedy that should be used by every physician.

The tincture should be prepared from the recent dried root. Fill a pint bottle half full of the finely mashed root, and add equal parts of alcohol and water till full. Dose, from one to seven drops every three or four hours.