Wintergreen (Gauthérie odorous or lying down – Wintergreen)

a - Description and habitat.

Small bush with aromatic native to North America, with oval leaves, small pink or white flowers (bells) and red fruits.

b - Constituents.

Salicylate of methyl.

c - Effects and medicinal uses.

- Anti-inflammatory

- Soothes joint and muscle pain.

- Stimulates the liver cells.

- Antipyretic.

- Dilates the blood vessels.

d - contra - indications.

None known for the usual dosages.

e - Using.

By way of the skin.