{"product_id":"prunus-serotina","title":"Prunus serotina","description":"\u003c!-- File: wild-cherry-bark.html --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n    body { margin:0; padding:0; background:#ffffff;\n           font-family:Georgia, \"Times New Roman\", serif;\n           color:#111111; line-height:1.7; font-size:18px; }\n    .page { max-width:900px; margin:2rem auto 4rem; padding:0 1.5rem; }\n    h1 { text-align:center; font-size:2.2rem; margin-bottom:0.2rem; }\n    h1 span { display:block; font-size:1.2rem; font-style:italic; margin-top:0.2rem; }\n    .subtitle { text-align:center; text-transform:uppercase; font-size:0.9rem;\n                letter-spacing:0.18em; margin-bottom:2rem; color:#555; }\n    h2 { margin-top:2rem; margin-bottom:0.7rem; font-size:1.5rem; }\n    h3 { margin-top:1.2rem; margin-bottom:0.3rem; font-size:1.15rem; }\n    ul { padding-left:1.3rem; margin-bottom:1rem; }\n    p { margin-bottom:1rem; }\n    .keywords { font-style:italic; margin-top:1rem; }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWild Cherry Bark \u003cspan\u003ePrunus serotina\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"subtitle\"\u003eThe Alchemical Monograph\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBotanical Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wild Cherry, Black Cherry\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003ePrunus serotina\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rosaceae\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e A tall, graceful tree with glossy leaves, fragrant blossoms, and dark cherries. The bark—when properly aged—is a classic respiratory remedy for irritated coughs and restless lungs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHistory \u0026amp; Tradition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA staple of North American Indigenous medicine for coughs, colds, and fevers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdopted by Eclectic physicians as a premier anti-tussive and heart tonic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsed to soothe irritated mucosa and calm spasmodic coughs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCultivation \u0026amp; Parts Used\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParts Used:\u003c\/strong\u003e Inner bark (dried and aged).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich woodland soils; eastern North America.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Harvested from young branches; bark must be dried to neutralize cyanogenic compounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDoctrine of Signatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe smooth, aromatic bark that “relaxes” when aged mirrors its ability to release tension in the chest and soothe spasmodic, irritating coughs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMedicinal \u0026amp; Energetic Properties\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eConstituents\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCyanogenic glycosides (prunasin), tannins, flavonoids, volatile oils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eActions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnti-tussive • Sedative (respiratory) • Astringent • Mild antispasmodic • Febrifuge\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTaste \u0026amp; Energetics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bitter, aromatic, slightly sweet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnergetics:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cooling • Drying • Calming\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTissue States:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hot • Irritated • Tense respiratory tissues\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInternal Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry, irritating coughs with restless agitation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePertussis or lingering post-infective coughs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMild fevers with irritability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeart palpitations of nervous origin (traditional).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTopical Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRarely used topically; occasionally in chest rubs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCombinations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith \u003cstrong\u003eMullein\u003c\/strong\u003e for dry spasm coughs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith \u003cstrong\u003eLicorice\u003c\/strong\u003e for soothing inflamed tissues.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHomeopathic Remedy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrunus\u003c\/strong\u003e used for cardiac and respiratory irritability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlower Essence\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRelieves chest tension, emotional compression, and breath constriction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEssential Oil\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot produced; constituents arise only in the bark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCulinary Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot used in food; cherries themselves are edible but bark is medicinal only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSafety Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaw fresh bark contains cyanogenic glycosides—must be dried before use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid large doses; generally safe when properly prepared.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis information is educational and not a substitute for medical advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpiritual \u0026amp; Ritual Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClears heaviness from the chest and emotional body, allowing renewed breath and calmness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAstroherbalism\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanetary Rulership:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZodiac:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cancer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSignature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soothing, calming, releasing tension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChakra Correspondence\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeart \u0026amp; Throat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Breath, release, emotional ease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCosmic Ray\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePale Moon-Blue Ray:\u003c\/strong\u003e Calm, cool, release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAlchemy \u0026amp; Spagyrics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSalt (Body):\u003c\/strong\u003e Tones and calms respiratory tissues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSulfur (Soul):\u003c\/strong\u003e Softens agitation and emotional tightness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMercury (Spirit):\u003c\/strong\u003e Carries breath and coolness to inflamed regions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpagyric Purpose:\u003c\/strong\u003e To soothe, cool, and ease cough and chest irritation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMagical \u0026amp; Spiritual Properties\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCooling • Soothing • Relaxing • Breath-calming\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTarot Correspondence\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFour of Cups:\u003c\/strong\u003e Withdrawal, calming, emotional quiet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"keywords\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKeywords:\u003c\/strong\u003e Anti-tussive • Cooling • Respiratory Soother • Calming\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"The Alchemists Apothecary","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43883624431715,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/alchemistsapothecary.com\/products\/prunus-serotina","provider":"The Alchemists Apothecary Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}