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**Herb Information**
Name: Yerba Santa
Biological Name: Eriodictyon glutinosum
Other Names: Yerba Santa, Consumptive's weed, gum plant, bear's weed, mountain balm, tar weed
Parts Used: Leaves
Remedies For: Tonic, expectorant, aromatic. This herb was traditionally used for laryngitis, chronic bronchitis, asthma, and various catarrhal lung ailments. Effective when there is excessive discharge from the nose. Good in rheumatism. Can be applied as a poultice for sores, insect bites, sprains, and bruises.
Safety: No information available. Some herbs are known to react with your medication. Please consult your physician before starting on any herb.