Aktée

Aktée, also known as Actaea, is a genus of flowering plants in the buttercup family, Ranunculaceae. The name "aktée" comes from the Greek word 'aktea', which may refer to a marsh plant or a elder tree. These herbaceous perennial plants are native to temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere. They are commonly known as cohosh or bugbane.

The plants typically grow from rhizomes and send up erect stems bearing compound leaves. The leaves are usually large and deeply lobed or divided. Aktée species are primarily known for their tall, showy spikes of small, white or cream-colored flowers that appear in summer or fall. These flowers are often fragrant and lack petals, instead having numerous stamens that give them a fluffy appearance.

Several species are cultivated as ornamental plants for their attractive foliage and late-season blooms. Some species, like *Actaea racemosa* (black cohosh), have a history of traditional medicinal use, particularly by Native American tribes for various ailments. However, it is important to note that scientific evidence for the efficacy and safety of such uses can vary, and medical advice should always be sought from qualified professionals. The genus Aktée comprises a relatively small number of species, each adapted to different woodland or boggy habitats.