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Jamaican Dogwood Bark and Powder Profile Also known as- Piscidia piscipula, Fish Poison Tree, North American Dogwood, and Dogwood. Introduction Dogwood is a tropical shrub in the legume family with its native roots in the West Indies, Mexico, South Texas, and parts of the Pacific Northwest. It gained its nickname "fish poison tree" from the West Indian practice of filling an open container with its branches and then dumping the container into a lagoon. As the water become infused with isoflavones from the tree, passing fish "fall asleep" in the box and can be easily caught. Constituents Isoflavones, organic acids, beta-sitosterol, tannins. Parts Used Bark Typical Preparations Tea, tincture and sometimes encapsulated. Summary Jamaican Dogwood is considered a relatively powerful remedy for migraine and neuralgia. The herb is also used to treat ovarian and uterine pain. The main use of the herb, however, is to treat insomnia caused by nervous tension or pain. Precautions Jamaican Dogwood is a powerful sedative. It is not poisonous to humans, but taking more than the recommended dose can cause a marked sedative effect. Its use is not recommended while pregnant.   For educational purposes only This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.   View Cart/Check Out Privacy Policy   |   Return Policy   |  Ordering Information   |  International Orders   |  Quality Control Products Index     |    A Modern Herbal     |    Botanical.com Copyright © 2000-2008 Botanical.com customerservice@mountainroseherbs.com