Tryon Life Community Farm

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!

Huckleberry (Vaccinium spp.) Native

Huckleberry (Vaccinium spp.)

Parts used: fruit, leaves, bark

Medicinal uses: The juice of the berries was consumed as a beverage to stimulate the appetite or as a mouthwash. The leaves and bark were used in decoctions that were gargled for sore throats or inflamed gums (Pojar 57).

Other uses: The fruit was traditionally gathered by many Native American tribes in the Pacific NW. The fruit was an important source of vitamin C and was often dried and useful in trading. The foliage is relatively high in carotene and carbohydrates.
(http://extension.oregonstate.edu/warmsprings/huck.php).

Pacific Northwest Medicinal Plant Guide (Check out all plants growing in Tryon Farm's medicinal garden!)

Hops (Humulus lupulus) Non-Native

Hops (Humulus lupulus)

Parts used: female flowers called strobiles either fresh or dried

Medicinal uses: The bitter principles contained in hops stimulate the digestive system increasing gastric and other secretions. Also contains sedative and astringent constituents as well. Hops relaxes smooth muscle and has an estrogenic effect. Hops is commonly used as a sedative and can reduce restlessness and irritability. It is also good for reducing stress, anxiety, tension, and headaches (Chevallier 106).

Additional uses: Commonly used to bitter beer. The cut and dried flower heads can be used in flower arrangements and wreaths. The flexible vine can also be used to weave baskets. The dried flowers can also be used as a stuffing in small pillows to help bring about sleep (Kowalchik 334).

Cautions: Do not use if suffering from depression (Chevallier 106).

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Honeysuckle (Lonicera spp.) Non-Native

Honeysuckle (Lonicera spp.)

Parts used: flowers, leaves, bark

Medicinal uses: Bark is diuretic and may be taken to relieve gout, kidney stones, and liver problems; leaves are astringent, useful for as a gargle and mouthwash for sore throats and canker sores; flowers are an antispasmodic and relieve coughs, traditionally taken to relieve asthma

Cautions: Do not take the berries as they are toxic (Chevallier 229).

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Hawthorne (Crataegus oxyacantha & C. monogyna) Non-Native

Hawthorne (Crataegus oxyacantha & C. monogyna)

Parts used: flowering tops and berries

Medicinal uses: This plant is a valuable remedy for high blood pressure, but also raises low blood pressure, giving the property of a cardiotonic. It can be used to treat angina and coronary artery disease. It improves heart function and is useful for mild congestive heart failure and irregular heartbeat.

Cautions: It is recommended to take this plant only under supervision (Chevallier 90).

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Goldenseal (Hydrastis canadensis) Native

Goldenseal (Hydrastis canadensis)

Parts used: fresh and dried rhizome

Medicinal uses: Used by Native Americans as an insect repellant, it was also used as a lotion for wounds, ulcers, and inflamed eyes. It is commonly used today as an astringent, antibacterial remedy for the mucous membranes of the body. It also counters infection as an eyewash or mouthwash. Taken internally goldenseal increases digestive secretions, astringes the mucous membranes and checks inflammation. It should not be used for long periods of time though as it inhibits the gut’s capacity to absorb some nutrients, most notably B vitamins.

Cautions: This plant is toxic if taken in excess. Do not take if suffering from high blood pressure. Do not take while pregnant or breastfeeding (Chevallier 107).

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Ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba) Non-Native

Ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba)

Parts used: leaves

Medicinal uses: Leaf extracts used to treat symptoms of various forms of cerebrovascular insufficiency and dementia, including memory loss, disturbed concentration, dizziness, sleep disturbances, mood swings, decreased stamina and debilitation. Used in Chinese medicine for over 2,800 years to strengthen heart and lungs.

Cautions: None known.

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Garlic (Allium sativum) Non-Native

Garlic (Allium sativum)

Parts used: bulb (flowers are edible)

Medicinal uses: Garlic has been used since before the invention of antibiotics for the treatment of many infections from tuberculosis to typhoid. It was also used to dress wounds in the World War I. it is an excellent remedy for all types of chest infections. It is good for colds, flu, and ear infections, and it helps to reduce mucus. Digestive infections also respond well with garlic. It can also help rid the body of intestinal parasites. Garlic prevents circulatory problems and strokes by keeping the blood thin. It lowers cholesterol levels and blood pressure. Garlic may be taken to support conventional antibiotics and to ward off their side effects. It also reduces blood sugar levels and can help in late onset diabetes (Chevallier 59).

Additional uses: The dried flower heads can be used in flower arrangements. As a companion plant garlic is considered to help control pests, especially aphids (Kowalchik 218).

Nutritional information: An excellent source of vitamin B6. It is a very good source of manganese, selenium, and vitamin C. it is also a good source of phosphorus, calcium, potassium, iron, and copper (Murray 201).

Cautions: Use caution if taking hypertensive or blood thinning medication (Chevallier 59).

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Fig (Ficus spp.) Non-Native

Fig (Ficus spp.)

Parts used: fruit, latex

Medicinal uses: Fruit sugars within the fig have a pronounced but gentle laxative effect (especially the dried fruit); syrup of figs is still a mild laxative remedy; the fruits emollient pulp helps relieve pain and inflammation, and has been used to treat tumors, swellings, and gum abscesses – the fruit is often roasted before application; also mildly expectorant and when used with herbs such as Elecampane can treat dry and irritable coughs and bronchitis; the milky latex from the leaves and stems is a reputed analgesic and has been used to treat warts, insect bites and stings

Nutritional information: They are recommended to nourish and tone the intestines due to their high fiber content. Figs are also naturally high in natural simple sugars, and minerals. They are fairly rich in potassium, calcium, magnesium, iron, copper, and manganese (Murray 275).

Cautions: The latex is toxic and should not be used internally. Applied to the skin, it may cause an allergic reaction to sunlight (Chevallier 211).

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Feverfew (Tanacetum parthenium) Non-Native

Feverfew (Tanacetum parthenium)

Parts used: aerial portions

Medicinal uses: May be used to lower temperature and cool the body. Historically the plant has been used to induce menstruation and can be used to aid difficult births by aiding the expulsion of the placenta. In small quantities it can be used to prevent migraines. It is useful for migraines associated with menstruation and for headaches. The herb can also help arthritic and rheumatic pain (Chevallier 140).

Additional uses: The dried flowers can be used in flower arrangements. The fresh leaves and stems produce a greenish yellow dye in wool mordanted with chrome (Kowalchik 193).

Cautions: Eating fresh leaves may cause canker sores. Do not take feverfew if taking warfarin or other blood thinning drugs. Do not take if pregnant or breastfeeding (Chevallier 140).

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Evening primrose (Oenothera biennis) Native

Evening primrose (Oenothera biennis)

Parts used: leaves, stem bark, flowers, seed oil

Medicinal uses: The flowers, leaves, and stem bark have astringent and sedative properties. All can be used to treat whooping cough. It can also be taken for digestive problems and asthma, and used as a poultice to ease the discomfort of rheumatic disorders. The oil, when applied externally can be used for eczema, other itchy skin conditions, and breast tenderness. Taken internally the oil lowers blood pressure and prevents the clot of platelets. The oil is commonly taken for premenstrual problems including tension and abdominal bloating.

Cautions: Do not take the oil if suffering from epilepsy (Chevallier 240).