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Elm, Slippery Ulmus fulva

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Common Names
Elm, Slippery , Red Elm, Moose Elm, Indian Elm
Botanical Name
Ulmus fulva
Family
ULMACEAE The Elm Family
Elm, Slippery Medicinal Properties & Benefits
Common Uses: Abrasions/Cuts * Burns/SunBurn * Diarrhea * Pregnancy * Sore Throat/Laryngitis *
Properties: Demulcent* Emollient* Expectorant* Diuretic* Astringent*
Parts Used: Inner Bark
Constituents:mucilage

In herbal medicine a Slippery Elm bark powder is considered one of the best possible poultices for wounds, boils, ulcers, burns and reducing pain and inflammation. The tree's inner bark is rich in mucilage, a spongy, slippery fiber that soothes and coats mucus membrane inflammation and irritation in the throat and urinary tract when the herb is taken as a tea or infusion. Mountain Rose Herbs (2008-07-12)

Side Effects:
There are no known contraindications or precautions for slippery elm because it is mainly mucilage and various nutrients.
How to Use: Elm, Slippery
Preparation Methods :The chopped bark is suitable for poultices. Use ground bark for tea. The inner bark is preferred. Teas, infusions, poultices. Up to 5 tablespoons (15 grams) of slippery elm bark can be dissolved in a cup (240 ml) of water. Sometimes found encapsulated and as a liquid extract. Mountain Rose Herbs (2008-07-12)

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Certified Organic Slippery Elm Bark
Ulmus rubra Origin- USA The chopped bark is suitable for poultices. Use ground bark for tea. Up to 5 tablespoons (15 grams) of slippery elm bark can be dissolved in a cup (240 ml) of water
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(Cleansing Support) * "Essiac" like tonic. Cleansing tonic. Contains: organic Sheep Sorrel flower and leaf (Rumex), organic Burdock root (Arctium lappa), wildcrafted Slippery Elm inner bark (Ulnus fulva), wildcrafted Turkey rhubarb root (Rheum spp.) Not for use while pregnant or nursing/ Large doses are laxative and cathartic
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referencesElm, Slippery Medicinal Uses & Benefits
Abrasions/Cuts * Burns/SunBurn * Diarrhea * Pregnancy * Sore Throat/Laryngitis *
Elm, Slippery for :Gastrointestinal tract
Gastrointestinal  tract Soothes inflamed, irritated mucous membranes from the inside of your mouth all the way through the rest of your gastrointestinal tract.

James Duke, The Green Pharmacy Herbal Handbook (2000)

Slippery Elm for :Minor burns, skin care
Minor burns, skin care Slippery elm poultices are used for treating inflamed, or irritated skin and minor burns.
Slippery elm for :Diarrhea, ulcerative colitis
Diarrhea, ulcerative colitis Slippery elm is used in natural medicine to treat chronic diarrhea, gastritis, peptic and duodenal ulcers, and ulcerative colitis.
Slippery elm for :Cuts, burns, irritated skin
Cuts, burns, irritated skin The high mucilage content of Slippery elm is responsible for it's effectiveness in herbal medicine for treating itchy, inflamed, or irritated skin as well as cuts, scrapes, scratches, and minor burns.
Plant Description
Related Species Ulmus rubra


The Slippery Elm is a small tree abundant in various parts of North America. The inner bark has important medicinal value and was official in the US. Pharmacopoeia. The powdered bark is sold in two forms: a coarse powder for use as poultices and a fine powder for making a mucilaginous drinks. It is recommended that ten-year old bark be used. The powder should be grey of fawn-colored. If dark or reddish, good results will not be obtained. Grieve, Maude Modern Herbal (1931)

History and Traditions
historyThe bark has also been used historically by native women as an abortifacient, first moistened with water and then inserted into the cervix.
Astrology:
folkloreIt is a cold and Saturnine plant. The leaves thereof bruised and applied heal green wounds, being bound thereon with its own bark. The leaves or the bark used with vinegar cureth scurf and leprosy very effectually: The decoction of the leaves, bark, or root, being bathed, heals broken bones. Nicholas Culpeper
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