Twinleaf

Jeffersonia diphylla

Jeffersonia diphylla, which is also known as twinleaf or rheumatism root, is a small genus of herbaceous perennial plants in the family Berberidaceae. They are uncommon spring wildflowers and grow in limestone soils of rich deciduous forests.
Rheumatism Root - Jeffersonia diphylla One of its common names, twinleaf, suggest that the plant has two leaves, but there are actually more. Each leaf is divided into two nearly separate leaflets. This plant is native to eastern North America and is rare - it's protected as threatened or endangered in several states. Native Americans used the root of this plant to make tea for many illnesses. It was also used externally as a wash for rheumatism, sores, and ulcers. But, the plant is probably toxic, so it should be avoided. Habitat: Wetland https://www.jungledragon.com/image/80263/rheumatism_root_-_jeffersonia_diphylla.html https://www.jungledragon.com/image/80262/rheumatism_root_-_jeffersonia_diphylla.html Geotagged,Jeffersonia diphylla,Spring,Twinleaf,United States

Naming

Jeffersonia was named for United States President Thomas Jefferson.

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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jeffersonia
Taxonomy
KingdomPlantae
DivisionAngiosperms
ClassEudicots
OrderRanunculales
FamilyBerberidaceae
GenusJeffersonia
SpeciesJeffersonia diphylla
Photographed in
United States of America