Wintergreen (Gaultheria procumbens) Native

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Community Craft Night: Jewelry Making
December 7th, 2024
Join with other makers to learn how to make bracelets & necklaces. Using a wide (more...)

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Schedule:

- - Check the calendar for specific events!
  - ANY DAY: Host your own event! See here for details.
  Saturday: Open to the public daytime to drop in, bring a picnic, take a self-guided tour, etc.
  Landwork workparties 4th Saturdays. Call ahead with questions: 503.245.3847
Sunday: Open to the public daytime to drop in, bring a picnic, take a self-guided tour, etc.
Skillshares and workparties some Sundays. Call ahead with questions: 503.245.3847
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: Scheduled class visits and events. Open to the public after 3pm until dark to enjoy the land.
Wednesday: Scheduled class visits and events. Open to the public after 3pm until dark to enjoy the land.
Thursday: Scheduled class visits and events. Open to the public after 3pm until dark to enjoy the land.
Friday: Open to the public daytime to drop in, bring a picnic, take a self-guided tour, etc.
SOME DAYS will be closed for private events. Check the calendar!

Wintergreen (Gaultheria procumbens) Native

Wintergreen (Gaultheria procumbens)

Parts used: leaves, fruits, essential oil

Medicinal uses: Strongly anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and soothing to the digestive system; effective remedy for rheumatic and arthritic problems; taken as a tea relieves flatulence and colic; the essential oil in the form of an ointment or liniment brings relief to inflamed, swollen, or sore muscles, ligaments, and joints and can also prove valuable in treating sciatica

Cautions: Those who are sensitive to aspirin should not take wintergreen internally. Essential oil should never be taken internally nor applied, even well diluted, to the skin of those under the age of 12 unless closely monitored (Chevallier 214-5).