What is another word for toothache tree?

4 synonyms found

Pronunciation:

[ tˈuːθe͡ɪk tɹˈiː], [ tˈuːθe‍ɪk tɹˈiː], [ t_ˈuː_θ_eɪ_k t_ɹ_ˈiː]

The toothache tree, scientifically known as Zanthoxylum americanum, is a spiny tree native to the eastern United States. It has been used for centuries for its medicinal properties and as a natural remedy for toothaches and other ailments. Besides toothache tree, it is also commonly referred to as prickly ash tree or northern prickly ash. The tree's bark, roots, and fruits are all used for medicinal purposes, with the bark being the most commonly used part. Its natural pain-relieving properties have made it popular in traditional medicine, and it is still used today as a natural remedy for various ailments.

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How to use "Toothache tree" in context?

When the pain of a toothache gets unbearable, many people reach for the comfort of a toothache tree. These trees, also called saint John's wort, are native to eastern Europe and Asia and are believed to have medicinal properties. According to folklore, chewing on a toothache tree will relief pain and swelling from a toothache.

Toothache trees can be found growing in colonies near bodies of water. The roots of the tree extend deep into the ground and access moisture and minerals. The tough, fibrous stem is covered in small, pointed leaves.

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