This section is from the "A Handbook of Useful Drugs" book, by State Medical Examining and Licensing Boards.
The dried bark of the root of Viburnum prunifolium.
Action and Uses: Viburnum prunifolium is thought to be a uterine sedative and tonic. Like valerian, however, its action, largely psychic, is probably due to its disagreeable odor and taste.
 
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