Its wood is almost rot-proof and its specificity is that it hardens in water. It was also widely used to make the structures of most houses in Venice. The alder is above all a depolluting tree of first choice. Its roots enrich soils poor in nitrates and fix rainwater while maintaining the banks. The benefits of alder on our metabolism are real. Its leaves, used as a poultice, relieve pain and swelling. It is a venous thinner that treats various disorders related to an anomaly of blood circulation. If you go into contact with the alder directly on its trunk, then your negative energies will be captured by the tree. Try the experience near the alder of Saint Pardoux, on the hill of Sardent in the Creuse. At its feet, 2 fountains which have a lot to tell.
The hidden power of trees by Thierry Beaufort – forest therapist, told by Magalie Rohm – Gestalt therapist