Herbal Dictionary and Information, Herbs Encyclopedia-Bayberry, Myrica cerifera, Axberry, candleberry, candleberry bark, myrica, southern bayberry, tallow shrub, vegetable tallow, wax myrtle

Common Name	Bayberry
Scientific Name	Myrica cerifera
Other Names	Axberry, candleberry, candleberry bark, myrica, southern bayberry, tallow shrub, vegetable tallow, wax myrtle
Family
Parts used	Root bark dried and powdered as infusion, decoction, tincture
Constituents (chemical content)	Flavonoid myricitrin, triterpenes, tannins, gums, acrid and astringent resins, albumin, berberine, gallic acids, mycricic acid, essential oil, lignin, waxes, starch, sucrose
Actions	Aids clear congestion Helps circulation Decreases fever Astringent stops bleeding Emetic Enhances production of bile Spermicidal Antibacterial Mineralocorticoid Beneficial for the eye and immune system
Uses	Circulatory disorders Fever Colds Sore throat Hypothyroidism Ulcers Diarrhea
Dosage and Administration
Interactions	Excessive usage may interfere with steroids or blood pressure treatment drugs and cause mineralocorticoid-type side effects, e.g., high blood pressure
Cautions and Adverse Reactions	Avoid during pregnancy Avoid during breast-feeding
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