Slippery Elm Inner Bark Powder OR

Description

This is the powdered inner bark of the slippery elm tree. Slippery Elm is a small tree native to North America. The bark is harvested from the tree in the early spring and the outer bark is scraped off, leaving the mucilage-rich inner bark.

Directions

To use as a tea, pour 1 cup boiling water over 1/2 teaspoon herb, cover and steep 3 to 5 minutes.

Suggested Use

The soothing mucilage is used in ointments, poultices, throat lozenges and skin care products.

Origin

United States

Caution

Do not use if pregnant.