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Pinus canadensis (Pine, Hemlock)
Botanicals

definition

botanical name(s): Pinus canadensis, Tsuga canadensis

synonyms: pine, hemlock

part(s) used: bark, oil of bark

qualities: bitter, warm

affinities:

actions: analgesic, spasmolytic, stimulant

dosage:

» tincture: 1-4 ml.

» oil: external use only

therapy:

» internal: rheumatoid arthritis

» external (oil): chest rub for chronic bronchitis, pneumonia, cough; rheumatism, sciatica; nephritis

toxicity: 0; essential oil is very toxic

» a related species, pinus spp., is contraindicated in pregnancy due to potential abortifacient effects (De Smet)

constituents: resin

footnotes

De Smet PAGM et al. (eds.). 1993. Adverse Effects of Herbal Drugs 2, Berlin: Springer-Verlag