Wild Cherry Bark ~
Botanical Name: Prunus serotina
Also Known As: Black Cherry Bark
Origin: United States
Wild Cherry is a tree native to eastern North America with a long history of use by Indigenous peoples and later North American folk herbalists.
The reddish-brown bark is aromatic and astringent, with a distinctive slightly sweet, bitter, and woody flavor. Traditionally, Wild Cherry Bark has been incorporated into herbal teas, syrups, and botanical preparations associated with soothing the throat and respiratory comfort.
Wild Cherry Bark naturally contains plant compounds including polyphenols and the cyanogenic glycoside prunasin, which contributes to the bark's characteristic chemistry.
Suggested Uses
- Herbal teas and infusions
- Traditional herbal syrups
- Botanical blends
- Traditional preparations for throat and respiratory comfort
- Folk herbal preparations
Warnings & Precautions
Use only properly dried Wild Cherry Bark intended for human consumption.
Wild Cherry Bark naturally contains cyanogenic glycosides, including prunasin, which can release small amounts of hydrogen cyanide when metabolized. For this reason, use appropriate amounts and avoid excessive consumption.
Do not exceed recommended amounts.
If pregnant or nursing, taking medications, or managing a medical condition, consult a qualified healthcare professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children.
Mountain Rose currently lists no known specific precautions, beyond recommending professional consultation during pregnancy, nursing, or medication use.
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This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
