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Create a new Treatment using this IngredientDescription: Araucaria araucana (Pehuén or Monkey-puzzle) is the hardiest species in the conifer genus Araucaria. It is native to central Chile and west central Argentina, and is an evergreen tree growing to 40 m tall and 2 m trunk diameter. Because of the species' great age it is sometimes described as a living fossil. Araucaria araucana is the national tree of Chile.The leaves are thick, tough and scale-like, triangular, 3–4 cm long, 1–3 cm broad at the base, and with sharp edges and tip. They persist for 10–15 years or more, so cover most of the tree except for the older branches. It is usually dioecious, with the male and female cones on separate trees, though occasional individuals bear cones of both sexes. The male (pollen) cones are oblong and cucumber-shaped, 4 cm long at first, expanding to 8-12 cm long by 5-6 cm broad at pollen release. Like all conifers it is wind pollinated. The female (seed) cones, which mature in autumn about 18 months after pollination, are globose, large, 12-20 cm diameter, and hold about 200 seeds. The cones disintegrate at maturity to release the 3-4 cm long nut-like seeds, which are then dispersed by jays and squirrels.
Added by Annette 7 months ago
Conditions Treated: Skin and Hair
Specific Conditions Treated: Cold Sore
Ingredients Participating: Araucaria araucana
Cold Sore which is also known as Fever Blisters and Recurrent Herpes Labialis, are not exactly similar to canker sores. Though there is no cure for Cold Sore, its frequency and dur... more
Added by Annette 7 months ago
Conditions Treated: Skin and Hair
Specific Conditions Treated: Cellulitis
Ingredients Participating: Araucaria araucana
Cellulitis/ cellulite is an inflammation of the skin extending into the underlying tissues. Streptococcus species are the common causative agent of Cellulite. The condition is prec... more
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Added by Annette 7 months ago
Conditions Treated: Skin and Hair
Specific Conditions Treated: Chafing
Ingredients Participating: Araucaria araucana
Chafing or Skin irritation from rubbing is a general term used for the irritation of the skin by repeated rubbing on any rough surface including skin or clothes. The inner thigh, a... more
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Added by Annette 7 months ago
Conditions Treated: Skin and Hair
Specific Conditions Treated: Cracked Nipples
Ingredients Participating: Araucaria araucana
Mammals are defined as those animals that give birth to their young and suckle their offspring. Human are no different from other mammals. Breastfeeding is one of the best forms of... more
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Added by Annette 7 months ago
Conditions Treated: Skin and Hair
Specific Conditions Treated: Diaper Rash
Ingredients Participating: Araucaria araucana
Diaper Rash or Diaper Dermatitis is a common ailment seen in babies and toddlers. The condition is seen in babies who have started to eat solid foods or when the baby is taking som... more
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