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BALM OF GILEAD
Populus
candicans |
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known as: Balsam
Poplar, American Balm Of Gilead, Mecca Balsam
The soothing
leaf buds of the Balm of Gilead tree is believed to
encourage wound healing by promoting cellular growth
and repair. Due to its reported salicin content, it
is also used for many of the same purposes as
aspirin.
Common
use: Poultice
or compress for arthritis, rheumatism,
post-operative abscesses, eczema and psoriasis; as a
tea, tincture or syrup for bronchitis, cough,
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In the now classic herbal
guide, Back
To Eden, author Jethro Kloss recommended boiling the buds in
olive oil or some other good oil to make an excellent salve for
healing or soothing inflamed parts, fresh cuts, wounds, bruises
and bed sores. For various throat troubles, he recommended
making a tea and using as a gargle (Horehound, Licorice, Anise
or Hyssop can be added to increase the tea’s efficiency).
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 Can
reduce breast milk, so avoid if one wishes to continue
nursing. Avoid if allergic to aspirin.
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