Witch hazel, also known as witch hazel, is not poisonous, it is even a medicinal plant. However, only the variety Hamamelis virginiana, the Virginian witch hazel from North America, is used for medicinal purposes. It blooms in autumn.
Is witch hazel poisonous?
The witch hazel (Hamamelis) is not poisonous and is one of the medicinal plants, especially the Hamamelis virginiana variety. It is used to support the treatment of skin diseases, inflammation, hemorrhoids and other complaints and is suitable for the family garden.
The healing power of witch hazel lies primarily in the bark and leaves of the plant. It has an astringent (contracting), anti-inflammatory, hemostatic and also calming effect. Witch hazel is therefore particularly used to support skin diseases such as neurodermatitis, inflammation and eczema, but also for wound healing, hemorrhoids, itching and dandruff. Witch hazel plays a major role in homeopathy. It's hard to imagine life without it there.
Areas of application of Hamamelis virginiana:
- Skin inflammation
- Diaper rash
- Neurodermatitis
- Eczema
- Hemorrhoids
- Itching
- Dandruff
- Diarrhea
Tip
Since it is non-toxic, the witch hazel is suitable for planting in the family garden where small children also play.
