Buckthorn
COLON CLEANER
Medicine: Buckthorn (Rhamnus caroliniana)
Path: 21 Completion
Directions: North/South
Vision: Water power without influencing serpent spirit within
Physiology: Outer body (bladder/colon/liver/kidney), Inner effect (relief)
Indigenous Use: Bark tea is a strong purgative.
Other Uses: Induces vomiting or as a laxative.
Preparation: Make tea by boiling the bark for twenty minutes.
Availability: Native plant found in rich soil across eastern U.S. (Non-native from Herbal Supplier)
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