Sore Throat

Sore Throat

Sore Throat

Black Oak
Eastern Deciduous Forest

Genus and Species: Quercus velutina
Habitat: Dry woods. Often found on poor dry sandy, heavy clay soils or on gravelly uplands and ridges.

Seasons: Early Spring- Late Fall
Active Chemical Ingredient: Tannic acid

Chemical Structure:

Uses of Specimen: Tea: Helps reduce blood flow and sore throat

                                 Poultice: Blisters and frostbite

Resources: (http://www.naturalmedicinalherbs.net/herbs/q/quercus-velutina=black-oak.php)

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                     (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tannic_acid)

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                    (http://infinitespider.com/tannic-acid-hardening-blisters/) 

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