Alder buckthorn (Boudin)
Frangula alnus
Alder buckthorn
Boudin
Bourdaine
Frangula alnus
Traditionally used
Alder buckthorn bark has been traditionally used as a gentle laxative for constipation and to support liver and gallbladder function. The aged bark is preferred for its milder action compared to fresh bark, which can cause griping and nausea.
Prepared as
The bark is prepared as a decoction by simmering 1-2 teaspoons of dried, aged bark in water for 10-15 minutes. Only bark aged at least one year should be used to avoid harsh effects.
In three languages
Kreyòl — Kòs boudin an yo itilize kòm yon medsin ki fè vant ou ale dousman pou konstipasyon ak pou ede fwa ak kò fèl la fonksyone byen. Kòs ki vye yo pi bon pase kòs ki fèk koupe yo paske yo pa fè vant ou fè mal.
Français — L'écorce de bourdaine est traditionnellement utilisée comme laxatif doux pour la constipation et pour soutenir les fonctions hépatiques et biliaires. L'écorce vieillie est préférée pour son action plus douce comparée à l'écorce fraîche qui peut causer des crampes et des nausées.
Kept alongside