Populus 'Balsam Spire'

Populus 'Balsam Spire'
Family:Populus 'Balsam Spire'; Anodyne; Antiinflammatory; Antiscorbutic; Antiseptic; Balsamic; Diuretic; Expectorant; Febrifuge; Stimulant; Tonic.
Common name:Tacatricho 32
The leaf buds are covered with a resinous sap that has a strong turpentine odour and a bitter taste. They also contain salicin The buds are antiscorbutic antiseptic balsamic diuretic expectorant stimulant and tonic. They are taken internally in the treatment of bronchitis and upper respiratory tract infections. They should not be prescribed to patients who are sensitive to aspirin. Externally the buds are used to treat colds sinusitis arthritis rheumatism muscular pain and dry skin conditions. They can be put in hot water and used as an inhalant to relieve congested nasal passages. The buds are harvested in the spring before they open and are dried for later use. Although no specific mention has been seen for this species the bark of most if not all members of the genus contain salicin a glycoside that probably decomposes into salicylic acid (aspirin) in the body. The bark is therefore anodyne anti-inflammatory and febrifuge. It is used especially in treating rheumatism and fevers and also to relieve the pain of menstrual cramps.

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