A bark with ancient and versatile uses

Harvested from young twigs, ash bark is dried and cut to be used in decoctions. It was once present in herbal preparations intended to cleanse the body, often in connection with joint comfort and natural elimination.

Description

Light to dark brown bark fragments with a fibrous, woody texture. Subtle odor, slightly bitter taste. Infuse or boil as a decoction.

Nomenclature

• Common names: Common ash, tall ash
• Latin name: Fraxinus excelsior
• Family: Oleaceae
• Part used: Bark
• Shape: Cut
• Origin: Europe, Western Asia
• English name: Ash bark
• German name: Eschenrinde
• Name in Spanish: Corteza de fresno
• Name in Italian: Corteccia di frassino
• Name in Arabic: لحاء الدردار الأوروبي

Main virtues

Traditionally used to support elimination functions, ash bark is also used in seasonal decoctions to support joint comfort. It is sometimes included in draining or purifying mixtures made from dried plants.

Main constituents

Coumarins, flavonoids, tannins, triterpenes, mannitol, glucosides.

Use and dosage

• Decoction: 1 tablespoon of chopped bark for 250 ml of water, boil for 10 to 15 minutes, filter.
• In mixture: with meadowsweet, nettle, birch or blackcurrant leaf.
• External use: in foot bath or warm compress.

Precautions, side effects and contraindications

• Not recommended for people with allergies to plants in the Oleaceae family.
• Follow the recommended dosages. Do not consume for long periods without professional advice.

History and origin

The ash tree is a revered tree in European forests, cited since ancient times for its many uses. Its wood was precious, but its bark and leaves were used in home remedies, particularly as an infusion for cleansing the body. It is mentioned in several ancient treatises on traditional herbal medicine.

Miscellaneous information

• Packaging: kraft bag, cardboard box or opaque resealable jar.
• Storage: in a dry, cool place away from light.
• Shelf life: up to 24 months after opening.

Sources and references

• Pl@ntUse – https://uses.plantnet-project.org
• Traditional European medicinal flora
• HerbMed – http://www.herbmed.org

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