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| − | maidenhair tree (MAY-din-HAYR...) | + | maidenhair tree (MAY-din-HAYR...) was a tree native to [[China]]. Substances taken from the leaves and seeds have been used in some cultures to treat certain medical problems. Maidenhair tree has been studied in the prevention and treatment of [[Alzheimer's disease]], [[dementia]], certain blood vessel diseases, and memory loss. It may cause bleeding or high [[blood pressure]] when used with certain drugs. Also called ginkgo and ginkgo biloba. |
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Revision as of 23:01, July 14, 2007
maidenhair tree (MAY-din-HAYR...) was a tree native to China. Substances taken from the leaves and seeds have been used in some cultures to treat certain medical problems. Maidenhair tree has been studied in the prevention and treatment of Alzheimer's disease, dementia, certain blood vessel diseases, and memory loss. It may cause bleeding or high blood pressure when used with certain drugs. Also called ginkgo and ginkgo biloba.