Plane tree and its medicinal use

(Always seek advice from a professional before using a plant medicinally).

Plane tree’s leaves are astringent and vulnerary.
The fresh leaves are bruised and applied to the eyes in the treatment of ophthalmia.
A decoction made from the leaves is used to treat dysentery. Α cream made from the leaves is used to heal wounds and chilblains.
The leaves are harvested in the spring and summer and can be dried for later use.
Plane tree’s bark is boiled in vinegar and then used in the treatment of:
diarrhea
dysentery
hernias and
toothache!

By Marianna
For the Greek team