Where Have All the Flowers Gone? - herbal supplements threaten some herb species
Vegetarian Times, Sept, 1999 by Norine Dworkin
PARTRIDGE BERRY (Mitchella repens) Regulates excessive menstrual bleeding, relieves menstrual pain and strengthens the uterus in the late stages of pregnancy.
SLIPPERY ELM (Ulmus rubra) Soothes coughs and sore throats.
STONE ROOT (Collinsonia canadensis) Helps heal hemorrhoids, improves blood circulation.
WILD INDIGO (Baptisia tinctoria) Fights infections of the ear, nose, throat and lymph glands and may help heal mouth ulcers and gingivitis.
WILD YAM (Dioscorea villosa) Maintains women's reproductive system health.
YERBA MANSA (Anemopsis californica) Works as an antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and diuretic.
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Norine Dworkin is a New York City-based freelance writer.
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