Black Cohosh - Non-Timber Forest Products

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polymorphic DNA (RAPD) markers to identify plant species and variants. [Abstract]. In:
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Zerega, N.J.C.; Mori, S.; Lindqvist, C. [and others]. 2002. Using amplified fragment length
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Annotated Bibliography
Research Literature
Adam, K.L. 2002. Ginseng, goldenseal, and other native roots. Hortic.
Tech. Note. Fayetteville, AR: Appropriate Technology Transfer for Rural
Areas. 12 p. http://attra.ncat.org/attra-pub/ginsgold.html. [Date accessed:
September 13, 2004].
Provides well-documented overviews for American ginseng (Panax
quinquefolius), goldenseal (Hydrastis canadensis), black cohosh, and blue
cohosh (Caulophyllum thalictroides) that cover cultivation, regulations,
and production. Covers research on black cohosh propagation and
cultivation by several groups, including the New Crop Opportunities Center
at the University of Kentucky, and the MU Center for Phytonutrient &
Phytochemical Studies in Missouri. Provides resources on black cohosh
cultivation.
Keywords: Cultivation, propagation, regulatory status.
Amato, P.; Christophe, S.; Mellon, P.L. 2001. Estrogenic activity of herbs
commonly used as remedies for menopausal symptoms. Menopause.
9(2): 145-150.
Evaluates the effects on the proliferation of breast cancer cells of four herbs
used to treat menopausal symptoms. Dong quai (Angelica sinensis) and
American ginseng (Panax quinquefolius) were found to induce growth of
breast cancer cells, whereas black cohosh and licorice root (Glycyrrhiza
glabra) did not.
Keywords: Cancer, research.
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