Alder Buckthorn, Rhamnus fragula, Buckthorn family, Rhamnaceae, Arrowwood, Black Dogwood, Glossy Buckthorn, European buckthorn, black alder dogwood, black alder tree, Persian berries, European black alder, Buckthorn
Dadi Ma ka Nuskha : Alternate Medicine and therapies, eye care, hair care, skin care,
Alder Buckthorn, Arrowwood, Black Dogwood,
Glossy Buckthorn, European buckthorn, black alder dogwood, black alder
tree, Persian berries, European black alder, Buckthorn
Parts Used
Bark, fruit
History
Alder Buckthorn had been used by ancient
Greece (second century AD). In early days, it was used for protection
against witchcraft, demons, poisons, and headaches. Later, it became
a valuable laxative.
Remedies
For
Purgative, diuretic, emetic, vermifuge
Fruit: purgative
Well known cure for constipation. Not habit forming. An effective
remedy for appendicitis. Good in rheumatism, gout, dropsy, and skin
diseases. When taken hot it will induce profuse perspiration. Expels
worms. The ointment is good for itching applied externally; also
will remove warts.
Description
Alder Buckthorn is a deciduous tree growing
up to 20 feet tall. It has glossy oval leaves. The bark is green when
young. As it become older, the bark become gray and marked with whitish
transverse ridges. Small greenish-white flowers appear around May-July.
The pea sized berries turn from green to red and finally to black
as it matures.
Dosage
use as ointment, fomentation or poultice.
Safety
The berries are slightly poisonous and can cause vomiting.
The freshly cut bark should not be used. The bark should be dried
for one to two years before using.
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