What is another word for American Bugbane?
Pronunciation: [ɐmˈɛɹɪkən bˈʌɡbe͡ɪn] (IPA) 
American Bugbane is a plant species also known as Cimicifuga racemosa, native to North American prairies. Its common name comes from its traditional use as a natural insect repellent. However, this versatile plant goes by many other names, including snakeroot, black cohosh, and fairy candle. Snakeroot originates from the belief that the plant could cure snake bites, while black cohosh refers to the roots' dark color. Fairy candle, on the other hand, is inspired by the plant's candle-like white flowers that bloom in late summer. The American Bugbane is widely used in medicine, cosmetics, and alternative therapies, and its various names reflect its complex history and versatile uses.
