JOURNAL ARTICLE

Exploring the Therapeutic Value of the Ash Tree in Irish Vernacular Medicine.

  • Published In: Béascna, 2025, v. 13. P. 114 1 of 3

  • Database: Historical Abstracts with Full Text 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Kingston, Rosari 3 of 3

Abstract

This nrief study examines the historical and medicinal significance of the ash tree (Fraximus excelsio) in Irish traditional medicine, focusing on its use in treating rheumatism. drawing from the Nationa; Folklore School's Collection (NFCS), the research documents twenty-eight specific records detailing therapeutic preparation methods and demonstrates how modern scientific research validates these traditional applications. Recent research has shown how the leaves, fruits and seeds of the ash tree possess antiviral, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and cytotoxic effects -- a striking instance of reverse pharmacology, where traditional knowledge guides modern therapeutic discoveries. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Additional Information

  • Source:Béascna. 2025/01, Vol. 13, p114
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Complementary and Alternative Medicine
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:1649-2137
  • Accession Number:186264710
  • Copyright Statement:Copyright of Béascna is the property of University College Cork, Department of Folklore & Ethnology/Bealoideas and its content may not be copied or emailed to multiple sites without the copyright holder's express written permission. Additionally, content may not be used with any artificial intelligence tools or machine learning technologies. However, users may print, download, or email articles for individual use. This abstract may be abridged. No warranty is given about the accuracy of the copy. Users should refer to the original published version of the material for the full abstract. (Copyright applies to all Abstracts.)

Looking to go deeper into this topic? Look for more articles on EBSCOhost.