Salix lasiolepis

Salix lasiolepis
Family:Salix lasiolepis; Anodyne; Antipruritic; Astringent; Diaphoretic; Febrifuge.
Common name:Pacific willow
The bark is antipruritic astringent diaphoretic and febrifuge. An infusion of the bark has been used in the treatment of colds chills fevers measles and various diseases where sweating can be beneficial. A decoction of the bark has been used as a wash for itchy skin. An infusion of the leaves has been used in the treatment of colds and diarrhoea. A decoction of the catkins has been used in the treatment of colds. The fresh bark contains salicin which probably decomposes into salicylic acid (closely related to aspirin) in the human body. This is used as an anodyne and febrifuge.

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