Juglans cinerea

Juglans cinerea
Family:Juglans cinerea; Astringent; Cholagogue; Febrifuge; Laxative; Odontalgic; Stomachic.
Common name:Butternut
Butternut was used by various native North American Indian tribes as a laxative and tonic remedy to treat a variety of conditions including rheumatic and arthritic joints headaches dysentery constipation and wounds. In modern herbalism it is considered to be a valuable remedy for chronic constipation gently encouraging regular bowel movements. It is especially beneficial when combined with a carminative herb such as Angelica archangelica. Butternut also lowers cholesterol levels and promotes the clearance of waste products by the liver. An infusion of the inner-bark is used as a cholagogue febrifuge mild laxative and stomachic. It is effective in small doses without causing cramps. The bark is best collected in the autumn. Best collected in late spring according to another report. An infusion of the dried outer bark is used in the treatment of toothache and dysentery. The oil from the nuts is used in the treatment of tapeworms and fungal infections.

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