Poplar
OTHER NAME(S): Balm of Gilead, Balsam Poplar Buds, Bálsamo de Gilead, Baume de Gilead, Black Poplar, Bourgeon de Peuplier, Canadian Poplar, European Aspen, Jia Yang, Pappelknospen, Peuplier Balsamifère, Peuplier Baumier, Peuplier du Canada, Peuplier Euraméricain, Populi Gemma, Quaking Aspen, Trembling Poplar, White Poplar, Populus canadensis, Populus euramericana, Populus marilandica, Populus serotina, Populus balsamifera subsp. balsamifera, Populus tacamahacca, Populus candicans, Álamo, Peuplier
Overview
Poplar are trees that grow in Europe, North America, and other temperate regions. The bark, leaf, and dried, unopened leaf buds are used to make medicine.
Poplar is used for cough, hemorrhoids, wound healing, and other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support any use.
Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19): Some experts warn that poplar may interfere with the body's response against COVID-19. There is no strong data to support this warning. But there is also no good data to support using poplar for COVID-19.
There isn't enough information available to know how poplar works.
There isn't enough information available to know how poplar works.
Uses
Insufficient Evidence for
- Cough.
- Chest congestion.
- Acne.
- Bruises.
- Frostbite.
- Hemorrhoids.
- Sores.
- Sunburn.
- Wound healing.
- Other conditions.
More evidence is needed to rate the effectiveness of poplar for these uses.
Side Effects
When taken by mouth: There isn't enough reliable information to know if poplar is safe or what the side effects might be.
When applied to the skin: Poplar is LIKELY SAFE when applied to the skin. It may cause allergic skin reactions in some people.
Precautions
When taken by mouth: There isn't enough reliable information to know if poplar is safe or what the side effects might be.
When applied to the skin: Poplar is LIKELY SAFE when applied to the skin. It may cause allergic skin reactions in some people.
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There isn't enough reliable information to know if poplar is safe to use when pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.
Allergies to aspirin or similar medications, a honeybee product called propolis, or Peru balsam: Don't use poplar if you are allergic to any of these.
Interactions
We currently have no information for Poplar overview.
Dosing
The appropriate dose of poplar depends on several factors such as the user's age, health, and several other conditions. At this time there is not enough scientific information to determine an appropriate range of doses for poplar. Keep in mind that natural products are not always necessarily safe and dosages can be important. Be sure to follow relevant directions on product labels and consult your pharmacist or physician or other healthcare professional before using.
References
- Blumenthal M, ed. The Complete German Commission E Monographs: Therapeutic Guide to Herbal Medicines. Trans. S. Klein. Boston, MA: American Botanical Council, 1998.
- Leung AY, Foster S. Encyclopedia of Common Natural Ingredients Used in Food, Drugs and Cosmetics. 2nd ed. New York, NY: John Wiley & Sons, 1996.
- McGuffin M, Hobbs C, Upton R, Goldberg A, eds. American Herbal Products Association's Botanical Safety Handbook. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press, LLC 1997.
- Gruenwald J, Brendler T, Jaenicke C. PDR for Herbal Medicines. 1st ed. Montvale, NJ: Medical Economics Company, Inc., 1998.