Chamaelirium luteum Root

**Semantic type:** Plant

**Definition:** An herbal remedy made from the dried root of Chamaelirium luteum, a lily native to the eastern and southern parts of North America. The root contains steroidal saponins and glycosides such as chamaelirin, helonin and diosgenin, and the fatty acids oleic, linoleic, and stearic acid. This product is mostly used as a tonic.

**Synonyms:** - Blazing Star - CHAMAELIRIUM LUTEUM ROOT - Devil's Bit - False Unicorn Root - Helonias Root