Hamamelis

Synonyms

Hamameli

Hamamelis virginiana

Hamamelis virginianas

Hazel, Witch

Hazels, Witch

Witch Hazel

Witch Hazels

virginianas, Hamamelis

A plant genus of the family Hamamelidaceae, order Hamamelidales. It is known for the astringent (ASTRINGENTS) extract of leaves and bark used in over the counter preparations. This should not be confused with the similar named Hamelia genus (RUBIACEAE).