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Hamamelis virginiana (Witch Hazel)
Botanicals

definition

botanical name(s): Hamamelis virginiana

synonyms: witch hazel, spotted alder, winterbloom, snapping hazelnut

part(s) used: leaves, twigs, bark

qualities: cool, dry

affinities: veins, uterus, eyes

actions: astringent, tonic, sedative

dosage:

» tincture: 2 - 4 ml.

» various liniments and ointments for external use

therapy: hemorrhoids, varicose veins, rectal prolapse, debilitated venous circulation, bruises; inflammatory swelling; diarrhea, mucous discharges; bites, burns, sprains, strains, muscular soreness; conjunctivitis, congestive conditions of the uterus

AHPA Botanical Safety Rating: 1

toxicity: 1; see tannin toxidrome

constituents:

» leaves: tannin and gallic acid, bitter, volatile oil

» bark: tannic and gallic acid, physterol, resin, fat

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