Salix caprea

Salix caprea
Family:Salix caprea; Anodyne; Aphrodisiac; Astringent; Febrifuge; Ophthalmic; Stimulant.
Common name:Goat willow
The fresh bark of all members of this genus contains salicin which probably decomposes into salicylic acid (closely related to aspirin) in the human body. This is used as an anodyne and febrifuge. A decoction of the leaves is used in the treatment of fevers. A distilled water from the flowers is aphrodisiac cordial and stimulant. It is used externally in the treatment of headaches and ophthalmia. The ashes of the wood are useful in the treatment of haemoptysis. The stems and the leaves are astringent. A gum and the juice of the trees are used to increase visual powers.

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