Balsam Fir
Abies balsamea
Aromatic resin and needles used for chest congestion and as a wound salve in northern traditions.
Traditional use (indigenous-americas): Aromatic resin and needles used for chest congestion and as a wound salve in northern traditions.
Aromatic resin and needles used for chest congestion and as a wound salve in northern traditions.
Active constituents are under study; evidence ranges from traditional use to preliminary human trials.
- Aromatic resin and needles used for chest congestion and as a wound salve in northern traditions.
Evidence strength: traditional use.
- See the evidence level above
- Resin/oil can irritate skin; do not take essential oil internally.
- Pregnant/breastfeeding people without medical advice
Resin/oil can irritate skin; do not take essential oil internally.
May interact with prescription medications — review with a clinician if you take any.
Use caution in pregnancy, breastfeeding, for children, and with chronic disease unless cleared by a clinician.
Choose reputable, tested suppliers; correct identification is essential for wild-harvested plants.