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Cramp Bark

Cramp Bark

Viburnum opulus
AKA: Guelder-rose, Snowball Tree, Water Elder, Kalyna

Bark- Cut and sifted. 

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Wikipedia Excerpt

  • Uterine Tonic
  • Relaxant
  • Antispasmodic
  • Astringent
  • Nervine
  • Menstruation support
  • Relieves Digestion Spasms
  • Lower Blood Pressure
  • Vasodilator

Cautions and Contraindications

Avoid if you are allergic to asprin.

Not for those who are pregnant or breastfeeding.

As with many herbs, avoid using before surgery.

May limit the absorption of iron, zinc, and copper.

Drug Interactions

  • Blood pressure medication
  • Blood thinners

This plant has some folklore from Slavic Paganism, associated with the "Fire Trinity" (the sun, moon, and star).

The bark is what is typically used, and it is harvested in autumn or early spring.

There is no standard dosage, but for tea a common suggestion is two teaspoons per one cup of water brewed into a tea.

  • Protection
  • Harmonizes polarizing energies
  • Ancient Wisdom
  • Resistance
  • Creativity
  • Meditation
  • Peace
  • Nurturing Efforts
  • Love
  • Fertility

Venus and Saturn

Water and Fire