Gingko biloba Family: Ginkgoaceae
Uses:
Fun Fact: Also known as Maidenhair tree, leaf and fruit are used to control aphids and grubs; world’s oldest living tree species
Dosage: 15 drops of tincture, three times daily for minimum 3 months; 1 Cup of infusion daily
Parts Used: Leaves
Range: Ancient tree native to SE and South Central Asia; now a common ornamental tree throughout North America and Europe
Habitat & Growing Conditions: Prefers moist, well drained, sandy soil; full sun to partial shade; hardy to zone 5
Traditional Chinese Medicine Flavors: Bitter, astringent, neutral energy; nuts are mildly toxic (can roast before eating)
Properties:
- Vasoactive improving circulation to the brain
Key Constituents:
- Flavoniods
- Kaempferol
- Quercetin
- Isorhamnetine
- Nonflavonoid terpenes
- Bilobalide
- Gingkolides
- Vitamins A, B, and C
- Lignans
- Essential Oil
- Tannins
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Source:
The Way of Herbs, Michael Tierra
Herbs: An Illustrated Encyclopedia, Kathi Keville
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