Chaparral
Larrea tridentata
A desert 'creosote bush' used topically and (riskily) internally as an antioxidant antimicrobial.
Traditional use (indigenous-americas): A desert 'creosote bush' used topically and (riskily) internally as an antioxidant antimicrobial.
A desert 'creosote bush' used topically and (riskily) internally as an antioxidant antimicrobial.
Active constituents are under study; evidence ranges from traditional use to preliminary human trials.
- Topical only
Evidence strength: traditional use.
- See the evidence level above
- Linked to serious LIVER and kidney injury when ingested — topical use only, if at all.
- Internal use
- Liver/kidney disease
- Pregnancy
Linked to serious LIVER and kidney injury when ingested — topical use only, if at all.
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.