Wairaakau Flora Houhere

Houhere: Houheria populnea Lacebark or ribbon wood

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Has the same elements as slippery elm
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Skin: eczema, psoriasis, scabies, abscesses and tumours (anti-inflammatory) – soak bark in water, use as a wash or lotion or tease out ribbon wood jackets use as a poultice/dressing

nMuscles: muscle, joint pain and swelling – prepare as above

nDigestive and Bowel Syndrome: ulcers (soothing agent) protects the mucous membranes and relieves irritation in the bowel - soak bark in cold water, have as a cold drink

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Detoxifier: makes you sweat when you drink it –prepare as above