What is another word for rattlesnake root?
Pronunciation: [ɹˈatə͡lsnˌe͡ɪk ɹˈuːt] (IPA) 
Rattlesnake root is a common name used for several plants; hence, there are many synonyms for the term. Some of the popular synonyms used to describe rattlesnake root include snakeroot, black cohosh, bugbane, or black snakeroot. Other less common synonyms include the American valerian, macrotys, and rattleweed. Some of these plants are used for medicinal purposes, while others are used for making tea or as a flavoring agent. However, care should be taken not to confuse these plants with other poisonous plants that may have similar names and appearance.
