Common Name:

Slippery Elm

Botanical Name:

Ulmus rubra

Short Description:

Slippery Elm is a deeply soothing demulcent used to coat and protect irritated mucous membranes in the digestive, respiratory, and urinary tracts. It is commonly used for sore throats, ulcers, and gut inflammation.

🌿 Looking for soothing support for your gut and throat? Our Digestive Support Tea is crafted with demulcent and carminative botanicals that complement slippery elm's coating, healing action on irritated tissues.

Parts Used:

Inner bark (dried and powdered)

Actions:

Demulcent, emollient, nutritive, mild astringent, anti-inflammatory

Energetics:

Neutral to slightly cooling, moistening

Body Systems:

Digestive, respiratory, urinary, immune

Spiritual/Energetic Uses:

Soothes the inner landscape. Slippery elm supports those who feel raw, exposed, or emotionally abraded, offering a protective, nourishing presence that allows healing to occur.

Planetary/Dosha Associations:

Planetary: Saturn
Dosha: Balances Pitta and Vata

Safety Notes:

Very safe and nutritive. May slow absorption of medications — take separately. Source sustainably as slippery elm is an at-risk species. Generally safe in pregnancy.

🛒 Shop Related Products

If slippery elm's soothing, demulcent properties resonate with you, these blends from our apothecary are a wonderful complement:

• Digestive Support Tea — A gentle, soothing blend with fennel, ginger, and chamomile to ease digestive irritation, calm the gut, and support overall digestive health.
• Immuni-tea — A nourishing daily tea with immune-supportive botanicals to keep your defenses strong and your mucous membranes healthy.

As always, consult your healthcare provider before beginning any new herbal regimen.