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| Fagus grandifolia | |||
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| Name | |||
| Beech | |||
| Biological Name | |||
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Fagus grandifolia |
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| Other Names | |||
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Beech, American Beech |
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| Parts Used | |||
| leaves, nut, bark and root. | |||
| History | |||
| The beech has enjoyed a long reputation in America as a source of medicines. The Rappahannock Indians steeped beech bark in saltwater to produce a poison ivy lotion. Beech sap was one of the ingredients used to make a syrup that was used for tuberculosis. Beech was used to make ointments for burns, sores, and ulcers. When administered internally, it provided a treatment for bladder, kidney and liver ailments. A decoction of the root or leaves are believed to cure intermittent fevers, dysentery, and diabetes. The oil from the nut was given for intestinal worms. | |||
| Remedies For | |||
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Beech bark and leaves have astringent and antiseptic properties. |
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| Description | |||
| A medium to large deciduous tree growing to 100 feet or taller. The bark is smooth and light gray to blue-gray. The leaves have saw toothed edges with pointed tips. The yellowish flowers arrive in April to May followed by a fruit that has two triangular nuts inside. | |||
| Safety | |||
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Large doses of nuts may be poisonous to humans and animals. |
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