Sassafras Bark 100 g, 50 g, 25 g

Sassafras Bark 100 g ($18.99), 50 g ($12.99), 25 g ($8.99)

Botanical Name: Sasafras Albidum
English: Sassafras
Also, known as: Ague tree, cinnamon wood, saxifrax, saxafrax, and saloop
Habitat: Eastern North America, East Asia
Origin: USA
Harvested: Wild
Parts Used: Bark

General Information:
It is a medium-sized deciduous tree growing to 15–20 m tall, with a trunk up to 60 cm diameter, and a crown with many slender branches. The bark on trunk of mature trees is thick, dark red-brown, and deeply furrowed. The branching is sympodial. The shoots are bright yellow. The leaves are alternate, green to yellow-green, ovate or obovate. An essential oil, called sassafras oil, is distilled from the root bark or the fruit. It was used as a fragrance in perfumes and soaps, food and for aromatherapy. The smell of sassafras oil is said to make an excellent repellent for mosquitoes and other insects. Acids can be extracted from bark for manufacturing perfumes. The essential oil was used as a pain killer as well as an antiseptic in dentistry The pith is used in the U.S. to soothe eye inflammation and ease cataracts.

Anodyne, antiseptic, diaphoretic, diuretic, stimulant. A hot infusion of Sassafras bark makes a good “blood purifier,” promoting perspiration and urination. it has therefore been recommended for the rheumatism, gout, arthritis and skin problems. For the latter, as for various ulcers combined internally and externally use is recommended. The bark of the roots contains a volatile oil that has anodyne and antiseptic properties useful in treating head lice applied topically. It has been used in the past as a pain reliever and also to treat venereal disease. American Indians used an infusion of Sassafras roots to bring fever. Sassafras tea has also had its day as a popular tonic drink, and was used to flavor Root Beer until it.

How to use:
Decoctions are suitable for roots, barks, large seeds & berries, and other dense material. The simple way to make decoction is, in a saucepan, add 1 tablespoon of dried herbs to I cup of water. Bring the water to boil, reduce heat and simmer for 30-60 minutes. Strain and squeeze out as much as liquid as possible and enjoy!

Tips:
You can sweeten your herbal tea with a bit of honey, natural fruit juice, stevia leaves powder and licorice root powder.
You can make ice cubes or pops by freezing tea in ice trays or pop molds.

Precautions:
You should consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using any herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications.
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