Scientific Name: Pinus taeda
Uses -
- Oil - Accelerate wound healing, burns, sores, boils
- Oil- Spot treatment for acne and dandruff
- Oil - Soothe skin inflammation in dry skin, restore natural barrier
- Tea – Expectorant to clear phlegm, coughs
- Tea – Source of Vitamin C, tissue repair, cold/flu
- Tea – Mild diuretic for kidney function, reduce fat accumulation, reduce blood pressure
- Vinegar - Cooking vinegar, warmed and used as a cold/flu remedy
- Vinegar - Household cleaner, Diluted 1:2
Notes:
- High levels of antioxidants, its anti-aging and reduces inflammation internal and externally.
- Antibacterial, Antiviral, and an Astringent
Caution:
- Do not use internally if pregnant, may cause miscarriage or low birth weight
- Asthma and bronchitis - Avoid pollen/handling plant matter
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Native - Southern North America
Type - Evergreen tree
Light/Soil - Full Sun. Slightly acidic, sandy, loamy, well-draining soil
Propagate - Seed
Grow - Drought tolerant
Harvest - Needles and bark year-round, preferably from fallen branches
Preserve - Oil and/or Vinegar
Character-
Constituents - Vitamin C, Pinene, Limonene, Polyphenols