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Common tree of the wet banks from 5 to 25 m of which one
use bark and leaves.
Willow's bark contains a precursor of the aspirine, it is recommended for insomnia, excitation and influenza fevers. Also : Dyspetia, rheumatisms In external use : Callus, wounds, varicose vein ulcers. Infusion : One spoonful for one boiling cup of water, let infuse 10 minutes ; 3 cup a day. Compresses and washing with a decoction of 100 g of bark in 1 liter of water, boil during 3 minutes, then let steep during 15 minutes.
 
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