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| Alnus rubra | |||
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| Name | |||
| Red Alder | |||
| Biological Name | |||
| Alnus rubra | |||
| Other Names | |||
| Oregon alder, red alder | |||
| Description | |||
| Red alder grows as a shrub or tree. It has elliptic- ovate leaves that are dark green on top and rusty-haired underneath. It is found in evergreen and redwood forests from Northern California to Alaska. | |||
| Parts Used | |||
| bark, leaves | |||
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Astringent, bitter, emetic, hemostatic Fresh alder bark will cause vomiting, so use dried bark except for emetic purposes. A decoction of the bark makes a good gargle for sore throat and pharyngitis. The powdered bark and the leaves have been used as an internal astringent and tonic, and the bark also as an internal and external haemostatic against hemorrhage. Boiling the inner bark in vinegar produces a useful external wash for lice and for skin problems such as scabies and scabs. It can be used to clean your teeth. |
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Decoction: Boil 1 tsp. bark or leaves in I cup water. For internal use, take 1 to 2 cups a day, in mouthful doses. Tincture: A dose is from 1/2 to 1 tsp. Powder: A dose is from 8 to 12 grains. |
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| Safety | |||
| Some herbs are known to react with your medication. Please consult your physician before starting on any herb. | |||
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