Alterative, diuretic (lithotription), tonic, depurative, astringent, anti-arthritic, anti-rheumatic, anti-scrofulous, emetic (large doses), anti-venomous

Chaparral or creosote bush is especially known for specific action in cancer and arthritis. It was considered to be a cure-all by many Indians. It is a potent healer to the urethral tract, and to lymphatics. It tones up the system and rebuilds the tissue. It cleanses the lower bowel and tones peristaltic muscles. It is very bitter, but to the needy and courageous, it works fast for difficult conditions.

A perennial bush, 4-8 feet tall with dark green stems. The strong scented leaves are opposite and divided into 2 leaflets and can be yellowish-green in dry seasons. Flowers, appearing in spring and winter, are yellow with 5 petals, and only 1/2 inch across. The fruit is rounded,covered with white hairs and up to 1/4 inch long. Found in desert areas, alkali soil in southwestern part of the U.S.

It is a antiseptic, blood purifier, diuretic, expectorant, and tonic. The leaves, and stems are historically used to help in acne, styes, skin conditions of warts and blotches, arthritis, cancer, chronic backache, hair growth, better eyesight, to increase bowel elimination (not laxative), kidney infection, prostate gland trouble, throat, bronchial pulmonary conditions and weight reducing. Taken in capsules, according to directions. American Indians sharpened the young branches, placed in fire till hot and inserted into tooth cavities to relieve pain. The leaves and stems contain gums, resins, protein, esters, acids, alcohol, small amounts of sterols, sucrose and volatile oils. No alkaloids are detected. It is non-toxic.