Buckthorn Bark (Rhamnus frangula) Common Names: Alder buckthorn, arrowwood, alder dogwood, black alder tree, black dogwood, European black alder, European buckthorn, Persian berries. #properties and #uses: _________________________ Purgative. It works without irritating the system and can be used for all conditions causing or in any way associated with constipation. This includes liver and gallbladder problems. This herb produces no constipated adverse reaction after purgation, nor does it's effectiveness diminish with repeated use. Used as a tea, Buckthorn is also good for dropsy, obesity, lead colic and hemorrhoids. _________________________ #romthevitalist #mastertrainer #herbalist #herbology #herbalism #health #tea #buckthorn #buckthornbark #rhamnusfrangula #alderdogwood #arrowwood #blackalder #tree #european #persianberries