Aconite

Known location: near Fort Hold Growth form: root

Uses: medicinal herb, anodyne, for heart palpitations. Root is used in a powdered form.

Outside Info: All parts of this plant are toxic. The root is used externally for nerve- related pain. It is a sedative, painkiller, and anti-fever treatment. The plant grows to 1.5m with helmut-sheped voilet flowers in early summer.