Sycamore

Sycamore – platanus occidentalis – The bark of this tree has been used to treat a variety of ailments: In a tea, it has been used has been used as a blood tonic, and to treat coughs, pulmonary ailments, colds, and dysentery. In an infusion, mixed with other herbs, it has been gargled to relieve a sore throat. In a wash it has soothed rhematism and treated sores.

Aromatherapy & Health Uses: The bark, in a tea, has been used as a blood tonic, and to treat coughs, pulmonary ailments, colds, and dysentery. Externally, as a wash, it has been used to relieve rheumatism and to treat sores.