Latin Name: Euonymus americanus
Plant Family: Celastraceae
Constituents: Bark & fruit contain the glycosides evobioside, evomonoside, & evonoside, which adds up to a powerful laxative that can at the very least cause dehydration which can alone be deadly
Actions: diuretic, emmenagogue, expectorant, laxative
Parts used: leaves, root
Hearts a Bustin is an unique shrub.
In early fall, it draws curious looks with its
unique display of fruit.
unique display of fruit.
Bumpy, raspberry-red pods hang on the ends of stems and
split open to reveal small, smooth, red seeds.
I just think it looks cool.
What can it be used for?
The bark is a diuretic, expectorant, and tonic.
The bark and seeds are powerful laxatives.
Hearts a Bustin bark can be used as a tea and works as a laxative, diuretic, and expectorant to treat various diseases.
Native Americans may have used the root for tea for treating stomach aches, painful urination, and the vomiting of blood. The powdered bark, applied to the scalp, was believed to eliminate dandruff.
An infusion of the plant has been used to stimulate menstruation.
Contraindications:
The fruit if eaten is potentially dangerous.
Fruits may cause vomiting, diarrhea, and unconsciousness.
Pregnancy (uterine stimulant)
Peace, Inspiration, & Love,
~Amy
The Spirit Dancer
