Sumac Root Bark

An infusion of

      Sumac bark or roots is alterative, antiseptic, astringent,
      diuretic, galactogogue, haemostatic, rubefacient and tonic.
      It is used in alternative medicine for the treatment of
      colds, diarrhea, fevers, general debility, to increase the
      flow of breast milk, sore mouths and throats, rectal
      bleeding, inflammation of the bladder and painful urination,
      retention of urine and dysentery and is applied externally to
      treat excessive vaginal discharge, burns and skin eruptions.
      Powdered bark of Sumac is made into a good antiseptic salve.