Hamamelis virginiana
Habitat:
found in Eastern Deciduous Forest
and tall grass prairie
Uses:
apply infusion to frostbite
apply as lotion to insect bites to relieve pain and swelling in insect bites
antiseptic properties of witch hazel prevent blisters from getting infected (infusion)
apply witch hazel extract to less severe burns (sunburn)
decoction taken by mouth for diarrhea
Active ingredient:
kaempferol
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