White Pine
Pinus strobus
The inner bark and needles (rich in vitamin C) were used by Native peoples for coughs, colds, and scurvy.
Traditional use (indigenous-americas): The inner bark and needles (rich in vitamin C) were used by Native peoples for coughs, colds, and scurvy.
The inner bark and needles (rich in vitamin C) were used by Native peoples for coughs, colds, and scurvy.
Active constituents are under study; evidence ranges from traditional use to preliminary human trials.
- The inner bark and needles (rich in vitamin C) were used by Native peoples for coughs, colds, and scurvy.
Evidence strength: traditional use.
- See the evidence level above
- Avoid pine species in pregnancy; correct ID matters (some conifers are toxic).
- Pregnancy
- Wild-harvest without ID
Avoid pine species in pregnancy; correct ID matters (some conifers are toxic).
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.