30 m tall deciduous tree (100 ft) has magenta fruit, white flowers, and oval to oblong foliage. Wild cherry bark, which is included in official pharmacopeias and is widely used in Anglo-American culture, is a successful treatment for persistently dry and irritating coughs. It works effectively with coltsfoot to cure whooping cough and breathing problems. Additionally, the astringent bark eases the signs of irritable bowel syndrome and indigestion, particularly when these disorders have a neurological basis.
History & Folklore
To reduce labor discomfort, Cherokee women have historically used wild cherry bark. It was also utilized by other Native Americans to cure hemorrhoids, diarrhea, and sinus infections. The medical benefits of the bark were discovered by European settlers, and in the 19th century it was a popular treatment.
Habitat & Cultivation
Wild cherry, which is indigenous to North America, is present across much of the US. For its wood, it is grown throughout central Europe. In the late summer and early fall, the bark is gathered.
Parts used
Inner Bark
References
- Chevallier, Andrew, FNIMH; Encyclopedia of Herbal Medicine - 550 Herbs and Remedies for Common Ailments; 3. Edition 2016; ISBN: 978-0-2412-2944-6; Page 257.
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