White Willow Bark
Salix alba
The White Willow has been well known for thousands of years for its medicinal value. The White Willow can grow up to 75 feet tall. The very popular pain reliever Aspirin is a derivitive of the White Willow. The active ingredient in the formerly noted pain reliever is Salicylic Acid. This is also found in the human body after having ingested any of the medicinal Willows. The Willow's active ingredient is called Salicin, which is what is converted to Salicylic Acid when taken inwardly. Medicinal Value The White Willow has been known to reduce inflamation, to treat articular rheumatism, help with internal bleeding, and it is also good for heartburn and stomach problems. The White Willow helps with headaches, minor aches and pains, as well as arthritis.
Action -
Analgesic - Anti-inflammatory - Tonic - .
Use For -
Headaches -
Pain -
Fevers
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