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Salix nigra
This herb is NOT recommended during pregnancy due to potential risks to the developing fetus.
This herb is NOT recommended while breastfeeding as effects on infants are unknown.
Consult your healthcare provider before use.
North American willow species; bark used similarly to white willow bark by Indigenous peoples and Eclectic physicians for pain and fever.
North American willow species; bark used similarly to white willow bark by Indigenous peoples and Eclectic physicians for pain and fever. Key active compounds include salicin, salicortin, flavonoids.
salicin, along with salicortin and flavonoids, are the primary bioactive compounds in Black Willow. These compounds modulates NF-κB and COX-2 inflammatory pathways, acts on pain pathways via anti-inflammatory and neuroactive effects.
Analgesic
Supported by clinical evidence; more large-scale trials would strengthen findings
Antipyretic
Supported by clinical evidence; more large-scale trials would strengthen findings
Anti-inflammatory
Limited clinical evidence; primarily supported by traditional use and preliminary studies
Antiplatelet
Limited clinical evidence; primarily supported by traditional use and preliminary studies
Pain and fever by many Native American tribes
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
Rheumatic conditions
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
Aphrodisiac in some traditions
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
Used by Cherokee and Mohegan tribes
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
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