A framed circulatory bark

Rich in saponins, horse chestnut bark has an astringent and protective effect on vein walls. It is used in specialized formulations for venous comfort, under strict supervision due to its powerful active ingredients.

Description

Reddish-brown to light brown bark fragments, rough texture, dry plant odor, bitter and slightly tannic taste.

Nomenclature

• Common name: Horse chestnut
• Latin name: Aesculus hippocastanum
• Family: Sapindaceae
• Part used: Bark
• Shape: Cut
• Origin: Central and Southern Europe
• English name: Horse chestnut bark
• German name: Rosskastanienrinde
• Name in Spanish: Corteza de castaño de Indias
• Name in Italian: Corteccia di ippocastano
• Name in Arabic: لحاء كستناء الحصان

Main virtues

Vein tonic, astringent, decongestant, traditionally used for the comfort of the lower limbs and superficial circulation.

Main constituents

Triterpene saponins (notably aescin), tannins, flavonoids, coumarins, starch (traces).

Traditional use and dosage

• Decoction: 1 tablespoon for 250 ml of water, boil for 10 to 15 minutes. Preferred external use (compresses, foot baths).
• Internal use: Strictly reserved for professionals. Avoid self-medication.

Precautions, side effects and contraindications

• Regulated plant: restricted internal use.
• Do not use in pregnant or breastfeeding women, or in children.
• May cause digestive upset or irritation if misused.

History and use

Introduced to Europe in the 16th century, horse chestnut quickly became a major medicinal plant for circulatory problems. Its use remains common in vein-tonic preparations in the form of standardized extracts, as a complement to medical monitoring.

Miscellaneous information

• Packaging: lined kraft bag or airtight opaque box.
• Storage: away from air, light and humidity.
• Shelf life: 18 months.

Sources and references

• Pl@ntUse – https://uses.plantnet-project.org
• French and European Pharmacopoeia
• Regulatory files for restricted-use plants

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