Symptom → Plant Sources
Birch (Betula pendula) as a tool for helping with Infection (general)
inferred from antimicrobial action
3 sources supporting Birch for Infection (general). Includes scientific publications, books, monographs and traditional-use references.
Mechanistic basis
This use is associated with the plant's antimicrobial, antiviral actions. Further evidence for that pharmacology:
Trees and shrubs of the genus Betula (Betulaceae) inhabit temperate and boreal zones of the northern hemisphere. The healing properties of Betula bark, leaves and bark extracts have long been known in traditional medicine for skin diseases, rheumatism, gout and as a diuretic. This review compiles the traditional uses, phytochemistry (triterpenes such as betulin and betulinic acid, flavonoids, phenolics) and pharmacological activities of Betula species.