What Is Wild Cherry Bark?
Wild cherry bark is bark collected from the wild cherry tree. Cherries, found in the genus Prunus, are native to Europe and Asia, where cherry bark has been used for centuries in medical treatment. Bark collected from wild cherries continues to be a popular folk remedy for a range of conditions in much of the northern hemisphere. Many people are also fond of the fruit of the cherry tree, which comes into season during the summer and comes in sweet and sour varieties which can be used in an assortment of recipes.
