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Medicinal
The root bark is astringent and emetic in large doses. A tea made from the leaves is used in the treatment of fevers and externally as a wash for itchy skin (Foster. S. & Duke. J. A. A Field Guide to Medicinal Plants. Eastern and Central N. America)
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Myrica pensylvatica
Family: MYRICACEAEGenus: Myrica
Species: pensylvatica
Common names: Northern bayberry
Distribution summary: E. Canada to E. U.S.A
Habit: Shrub
Hardiness: H7 - Very hardy
Garden status: Currently grown
Garden location: Plants in pots (POT)
Reason for growing: Medicinal