What are the traditional uses of Liquidambar styraciflua?

Liquidambar styraciflua has 63 documented traditional uses in the Verdica ethnobotanical reference database. This information is for educational purposes only and has not been evaluated by the FDA.

What phytochemicals are found in Liquidambar styraciflua?

Liquidambar styraciflua contains 89 documented phytochemical compounds in the Verdica database.

Does Liquidambar styraciflua have herb-drug interactions?

Verdica documents 14 potential herb-drug interactions for Liquidambar styraciflua. Always consult a healthcare provider before using herbal preparations alongside any medication.

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Liquidambar styraciflua

American Styrax

Family: Hamamelidaceae • Genus: Liquidambar • Region: NORTHERN AMERICA: Canada (Québec, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador), United States (Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, Texas), Mexico (Tamaulipas). SOUTHERN AMERICA: Belize, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, El Salvador

Summary: Liquidambar styraciflua (American Styrax) is a plant in the Hamamelidaceae family. Verdica documents 63 traditional uses, 89 phytochemical compounds, and 14 herb-drug interactions for this species.

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Herb-Drug Interactions

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About Liquidambar styraciflua

Bloom Color: Green, Yellow. Main Bloom Time: Early spring, Late spring, Mid spring. Form: Oval, Pyramidal.

Care Information

Sunlight	Full sun
Watering	Moderate — keep soil moist
Soil	Moist, loamy, acidic, alkaline
Hardiness Zone	USDA 5-9

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Disclaimer: The statements on this page regarding traditional uses of plants have not been evaluated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Traditional use information is presented for educational and historical reference purposes only, reflecting documented ethnobotanical practices. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before using any herbal preparation, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medications, or have any medical condition. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 (US) or your local emergency number immediately.

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