... antirheumatic, antiarthritic, diuretic, antiseptic, astringent, febrifuge, germicide, insecticide, and depurative substance.There are two types of birch, the White ... scientifically known as Betula Pendula (previously known as Betula Alba), and the Black Birch, Sweet Birch, or Cherry ... oil can help with muscular aches and pains, arthritis and rheumatism.Cream and ointmentThe crude tar from birch is ...