Also known as the American walnut, the black walnut tree (Juglans nigra) grows in mixed forests throughout the eastern, central and Midwestern U.S. and in the Appalachians. Black walnuts require harvesting before the first frost and serve a variety of purposes, including the relief of fungal infections such as ringworm. Virginia Tech explains that the juice derived from the hull of the black walnut effectively treats ringworm fungus, which can develop after contact with the skin of an infected person or pet.
Step 1
Harvest a black walnut while the hull (outer shell) is still green. Crack open the hull, using a heavy-duty nutcracker.
Step 2
Remove the inner meat of the black walnut to reveal the black oil that coats the inner hull. Remove the black oil using a cotton ball.
Step 3
Rub the black oil over the area of your skin affected by the fungus. Allow the area to air-dry; do not wipe or rinse. Repeat the process two to three times per day.
Tips and Warnings
- If you do not have access to fresh black walnuts, visit a health food store. Tinctures are available that contain the juice from the black walnut hull.
- If your ringworm does not show signs of improvement, see your doctor. Ringworm is highly contagious and requires prompt management to control the spread. Topical antibiotics may be necessary if the black walnut remedy doesn't do the trick.
Things You'll Need
- Black walnuts
- Heavy-duty nutcracker
- Cotton ball
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