Christa Sinadinos
California Bayberry (Myrica californica)
Bayberry (Myrica cerifera) (Wax Myrtle)
By Christa Sinadinos
Bayberry has potent astringent actions. It tightens the tissues, improving circulation and reducing chronic inflammation. Taken internally, bayberry is beneficial for treating conditions which result in excessive mucus secretions, such as allergies and sinus infections. It can also be used to reduce bleeding.
A decoction of the root bark, gargled, is helpful for treating a sore throat or for tender, bleeding gums. A well-strained tea can be used as a douche to reduce excessive vaginal discharge. A fomentation can be applied topically to varicose veins and hemorrhoids.
**Contraindications: discontinue using bayberry if it is overly drying.**
California Bayberry (Myrica californica)
Bayberry (Myrica cerifera) (Wax Myrtle)
By Christa Sinadinos
Bayberry has potent astringent actions. It tightens the tissues, improving circulation and reducing chronic inflammation. Taken internally, bayberry is beneficial for treating conditions which result in excessive mucus secretions, such as allergies and sinus infections. It can also be used to reduce bleeding.
A decoction of the root bark, gargled, is helpful for treating a sore throat or for tender, bleeding gums. A well-strained tea can be used as a douche to reduce excessive vaginal discharge. A fomentation can be applied topically to varicose veins and hemorrhoids.
**Contraindications: discontinue using bayberry if it is overly drying.**