Cherry Bark, Wild (Prunus virginiana)

Product Details

One ounce, cut and sifted.100% Certified USDA Organic & Kosher.

Wild cherry Bark (Prunus virginiana),, with its reddish-brown hue, boasts a rich history as a natural remedy. Indigenous North American populations were the first to utilize its potential, brewing teas and poultices to address various ailments. Later, this tradition weaved itself into folk herbalism across the continent. Medicinal uses for wild cherry bark have centered around respiratory issues. It’s supposed expectorant properties – aiding the expulsion of phlegm – made it a common addition to cough syrups and teas. Additionally, some believe it possesses anti-inflammatory and digestive benefits.

However, wild cherry bark ventures beyond the realm of physical wellness. In the realm of magic, some traditions have ascribed symbolic meaning to the bark. Due to its association with the wild black cherry tree, it can be linked to concepts of wilderness, resilience, and new beginnings. In some practices, it might be incorporated into rituals for protection or purification.

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