Bloodroot (Sanguinaria canadensis L.)

Papaveraceae (Poppy Family)

Synonym(s): Puccoon, Red Puccoon, Indian Paint, Redroot, Tetterwort

Base Flower Color: White, Pink
Reproductive Phenology: Mar, Apr, May
Notes: The red juice from the underground stem was used by Native Americans as a dye for baskets, clothing, and war paint, as well as for insect repellent.

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