Frostbite

Eastern Deciduous Forest
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Common Name: American Beech
Genus and Species Name: Fagus grandifolia
Where Found: Both habitats
Medicinal uses: Leaf tea used as a restorative from frostbite; dried leaves in the winter could also be used; treats inflammation from frostbite
Active Chemical Ingredient: Cinnamic acid
Chemical Structure:
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Tall Grass Prairie 

Common Name: Broomsedge
Genus and Species Name: Andropogon virginicus
Medicinal uses: Leaf tea used externally as a wash to allay frostbite and inflammation
Active Chemical Ingredient: Oleanolic acid
Chemical Structure:
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