1. Berberidaceae
Barberry Family

2. Family Charachteristics
Found worldwide
Approximately 16 genera and 600 species
7 are genera found in the US

3. Blue cohosh Caulophyllum thalictroides
Herbaceous perennial up to 80cm
Leaves are alternate with 2 or 3 that are divided
Flowers are green, purple, and yellow with 6 sepals and 6 petals
Fruit are dark blue seeds that resemble berries and are poisonous
Found in rich woods

5. Sources http://www.2bnthewild.com/plants/H446.htm
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