Originally this plant is utilized by the native American for numerous types of medicine. The medicine is extracted by steaming the twig in the shrub. Makes you wonder how they uncovered it inside the first place, eh? But nevertheless, The Doctors Book of Home Remedies explained that it is beneficial for cuts and abrasions. Even more studies revealed that the plant can be used as an astringent. What is an astringent? Astringent basically implies that it is a substance that has the property to shrink or retaining body tissue together. Meaning it holds the softer tissue of our body together, a lot necessary in hemorrhoids. Astringent cause the mucous membranes or externally exposed tissue to shrink. This indicates that it can be used in a broad range, from throat sores, hemorrhoids, diarrhea, or something involving the soft tissue with the body. In the circumstance of hemorrhoids, it soothes the infected area, also decrease the swelling in the prolapsed area. More importantly, it also serve to stop blood flow on the anal veins. This can make the signs and symptoms worse.