Wild Cherry, Prunis, is widely used for its cough suppressing, expectorant, and sedating properties. The most common way to use this wonderful herbal gift is wild cherry bark syrup. My Organic Soothing Herbal Cough Syrup is made with a base of wild cherry bark and slippery elm. This blend soothes your throat and suppresses your cough at the same time.
For hundreds of years, herbalists have used the bark of the wild cherry or black cherry tree to make remedies for whooping cough, bronchitis, common colds, and other lung problems. It is also often used as a flavoring for many foods and drinks.
Make a decoction / tea from the bark for the same uses. Bring the water to a boil, add the bark, and simmer for 20 minutes covered for the best results.