Alnus viridis crispa

Alnus viridis crispa
Family:Alnus viridis crispa; Abortifacient; Appetizer; Astringent; Emetic; Emmenagogue; Haemostatic; Poultice; Skin; Stomachic; Tonic.
Common name:American green alder
The bark is astringent emetic haemostatic stomachic and tonic. The bark was burnt as an inhalant in the treatment of rheumatism. The ashes were also used as a tooth cleaner. A decoction of the inner bark has been used as a carminative to reduce gas in the stomach and as a febrifuge. A decoction of the plant has been used in a steam treatment to bring about menstruation - it has been used as an abortifacient. A poultice of the leaves has been used to treat infected wounds or sores. The poultice was left in place over the wound until the leaves stuck to it and was then pulled off removing the 'poison' with it. An infusion of the plant tops was given to children with poor appetites.

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