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Small shrub from 4 to 6 m in height of which one uses leaves and bark.
Witch-hazel is well-known for treating varicose veins and heumorroids. Also : Phlebitis, ulcer of the leg, haemorrhages, menopause, angina sore-throat. In external use : Pruritus, hives, bruise, ecchymosis. One spoonful for one cup of water, boil 2 minutes ; 2 cups a day. Decoction : 25 g of bark for 500 ml of water, boil during 10 minutes; in compress for sunstrokes, painful varicose, inflammation of the articulations.
 
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