Viburnum dentatum

Viburnum dentatum
Family:Viburnum dentatum; Birthing aid; Contraceptive.
Common name:Arrow wood
A decoction of the twigs has been taken by women to prevent conception. A poultice of the plant has been applied to the swollen legs of a woman after she has given birth. Both of the above uses are for the sub-species V. dentatum lucidum. Ait.

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