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What parts of the wild cherry tree are used for medicinal purposes?
Bark is collected in the autumn by carefully stripping away small sections. The outer wild cherry bark is then removed and the lighter colored, reddish interior cortex is dried, but not in direct sunlight.
What are the side effects associated with using wild cherry bark?
Wild cherry bark preparations can cause sedation, especially if recommended dosage is exceeded.
What are the drug interactions associated with wild cherry bark use?
None known.
What is the Latin name of cherry tree?
Sweet cherry is Prunus avium, sour cherry is Prunus cerasus, and wild cherry (used for medicinal purposes) Prunus virginianus or Prunus serotina. Members of the Rosaceae (or rose) family.
What diseases does wild cherry bark treat?
Coughs, respiratory conditions, asthma, stimulates digestion, eye inflammation.
What is good to drink to get rid of a cough?
Herbal teas of wild cherry bark, licorice root, horehound and/or mullein leaf.
What are the precautions associated with using wild cherry bark?
Not to be taken for an extended period of time. A doctor should be consulted for persistent cough or digestive problems.
Are wilted wild cherry leaves poisonous to horses?
Yes, wilted wild cherry leaves can be poisonous to both horses and cattle, thusly the nickname "Calf Killer" tree. The leaves and inner bark of the wild cherry tree contain cyanide compounds which are detrimental to livestock. A rash of still born colts in Kentucky was attributed to wild cherry leaf consumption by the dams.
How is wild cherry bark prepared?
Fragments of inner bark crush easily to make a powder, to be dissolved in alcohol or water. Cough Remedy: dissolve 4 oz (113 g) of bark in 4 oz (120 ml) of water for several hours, strain and add honey.
What is the local name and scientific name for a wild cherry tree?
wild cherry
Why do people think average white band recorded play that funky music?
the band name that comes to mind is: wild cherry
What has the author Kathryn G March written?
Kathryn G. March has written: 'Common edible and medicinal plants of Colorado' -- subject(s): Cookery (Wild foods), Edible Wild plants, Medicinal plants 'The wild plant companion' -- subject(s): Cookery (Wild foods), Edible Wild plants, Medicinal plants
