creosote bush
larrea divaricata
larrea glutinosa
larrea tridentata

AKA
Chaparral
Greaswood
Hediondilla
Stinkweed
covillea tridentata

CAUTIONS
contraindicated in young or pregnant
animals, and in those with liver disease.
Chaparral use has been associated
with liver failure and contact dermatitis.

An Apache Indian once said
that if chewed and swallowed a piece of a branch
of Creosote bush (larrea tridentata),
it would cure diarrhea.

A strong tea made of dried creosote bush leaves
are commonly used to treat the common cold.

The resinous leaf nodes soothe bruises and wounds.

A tea made from leaves of creosote bush and sweetened
with a spoonful of honey, greatly relieve kidney pain.


SOURCES
Arizona Cactus
Desert USA
Drug Digest
Genesis Health System
Herbal Medicine
Johns Hopkins University
Larreacorp's History & Scientific Development
Natural Health Notebook
The Mojave Desert
MUIRMAID
Treating Arthritis Naturally with Desert Plants
Vetinarian Botanical Medicine Association
World of Alternatives


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