Slippery Elm is a small tree native to North America. The bark is harvested from the tree in the early spring
and the outer bark is scraped off, leaving the mucilage-rich inner bark. The soothing mucilage is used in
ointments, poultices, throat lozenges and skin care products. Botanical Name: Ulmus rubra Muhl.
Function: Nature's gentle demulcent* Product Notes: The inner bark of slippery elm, powdered
for herbal preparations and body care products