Slippery Elm is a small tree native to North America. The bark is harvested from the tree in the early spring and the outer bark is scraped off, leaving the mucilage-rich inner bark. The soothing mucilage is used in ointments, poultices, throat lozenges and skin care products. Botanical Name: Ulmus rubra Muhl.Other Info: Mucilage rich herbProduct Notes: The inner bark of slippery elm, powdered for herbal preparations and body care products.Origin: United StatesKosher: KSA CertifiedCommon Name: Slippery Elm BarkPlant Part: Inner Bark