Mimosa hostilis is a small tree that is also known by the name jurema. The Mimosa hostilis plant has many practical uses. Its leaves, stem, and roots can all be used medicinally. Due to the plant's large size, growing a Mimosa hostilis tree for medicinal use is impractical for most people. Fortunately, health food suppliers sell parts of the tree that have already been harvested for use. Mimosa hostilis root bark can be purchased in powdered form, which will save you the trouble of cutting, drying, and scraping the roots yourself. Here are three uses for Mimosa hostilis root bark powder.

1. Relieve tooth pain.

When you have a toothache, you'll need to see a dentist for a root canal or filling. However, Mimosa hostilis can be used to soothe oral pain until your dental appointment arrives. A study published by the U.S. National Library of Medicine National Institutes of Health says that external treatment is best. In order to relieve tooth pain, you'll need to brew a strong tea using Mimosa hostilis root bark powder. Let the tea cool until it reaches a comfortable temperature. Instead of drinking the tea, you'll use it to bathe the irritated tooth. Take a mouthful of the tea into your mouth and hold it there until it cools. Repeat the process until your toothache subsides.

2. Heal a cough.

Mimosa hostilis root bark makes an excellent cough syrup. It can act as an expectorant to encourage your body to expel mucus caught in your throat and lungs. Use water as the base for your syrup. Heat it until it boils, since root bark powder dissolves more readily in hot water. Add Mimosa hostilis root bark to the hot water and stir until it dissolves completely. If you'd like to give your cough syrup a pleasant taste, you can add a little honey to the recipe. In addition to adding sweetness, honey is excellent for coating the inside of a sore, irritated throat.

3. Craft body products with restorative properties.

Everyone wants their skin to retain a youthful glow. Using the right beauty products can help you look young and fresh. Mimosa hostilis root makes an excellent additive for soaps and lotions. A few tablespoons of root bark powder can be added to any soap or lotion recipe to add vital minerals and tannins that stimulate your skin's collagen. When powdered, Mimosa hostilis root has a beautiful maroon color that will turn your skincare products a beautiful shade of mauve.

To learn more, contact a resource like Mimosa World.