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Hamamelis virginiana
Hamamelidaceae
Witch Hazel, Winter bloom, spotted alder
Therapeutic Actions
anti-inflammatory | antiviral | astringent | cancer protective |
hemostatic | sedative | styptic | tonic |
Common Uses
Women's health (heavy periods, miscarriage)
Mouth health
Ulcers
Hemorrhoids
Skin support (burns, bruises, insect bites)
Contraindications & Safety
Safe when used appropriately
Stomach irritation may occur
Tannins have been shown to cause liver damage, but cases were isolated
Primary Constituents
Leaves & Bark
Flavonoids
quercetin
kaempferol
astragalin
myricitin
Tannins
Gallic acid
Bitter principles
Trace Essential oil
Bark
Hamamelitannin
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