Maple
| Botanical Name | Acer species |
| Family | Aceraceae |
| Native To | North America |
| Parts Used | Bark, leaves, sap, wood |
| Constituents | Tannins, polysaccharides |
| Respiratory | Colds, coughs |
| Digestive | Diarrhoea |
| Other notes |
According to Alsatian folklore, placing branches of the Maple in a house would ensure protection against bats that would then not dare enter. It would also ensure that any nesting storks were safe against disturbance or even the chicks being killed whilst still in their shells. Passing a young child through the branches of this tree has traditionally thought to encourage good health and a long life for the child. |
Maple Red
|
Botanical Name |
Acer rubrum |
|
Family |
Sapindaceae |
|
Other Names |
Swamp maple |
|
Native to |
America |
|
Parts Used |
Bark |