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	Soap Tree (Quillaia)
Botanical Name	Quillaja saponaria
System Affected	lungs, skin cleanser, diuretic
Properties	Internal (1tbl at a time as needed): coughs in chronic bronchitis & lung complaints. diuretic. prevents uptake of cholesterol and fat stimulates immune system External: cleanser for ulcers & skin eruptions
Description	tree bark
Origin	Chile
Notes	used in soap, toothpaste, and mouthwash
Toxicity
Dosage	solution: 1/2oz bark in 1pint hot water