Willow (Black Willow)

Willow (Black Willow)

Scientific Name: Salix nigra

Botanical Family: Salicaceae

Plant Type: Tree

Geographical Origin: North America

Species/Variety: Salix nigra

Description

Native willow with medicinal bark.

Therapeutic Properties

Analgesic; Antipyretic (bark)

Temperament

Cool

How to Use

Decoction; Extract

Dosage

Per label

Precautions

Salicylate allergy

Replacement / Alternatives

Salix alba; Meadowsweet

References

VASCAN; Native American Ethnobotany

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