Blackberry Root Profile
Also known as
Rubus fruticosus, Black Berry, Bramble, Dewberry, Goutberry, Rubi Fruticosi Folium, Rubi Fruticosi Radix, Rubus affinis, Rubus plicatus, Thimbleberry.
Introduction
Blackberry root is dug from the American blackberry, Rubus villosus, which is closely related to the European blackberry, Rubus fruticosus. The blackberry in all its forms and parts has been used for thousands of years as a food, as well as medicinally.
Constituents
Tannins, gallic acid, villosin, starch, and calcium oxalate.
Parts Used
Root.
Typical Preparations
Teas and tinctures.
Summary
Blackberry root is used to treat diarrhea, for which it is considered more effective than blackberry leaf. Blackberry is an excellent, safe and gentle astringent remedy that can be used in all situations that call for this action. It may be used in diarrhea, dysentery and other problems associated with "loose bowels". It was traditionally used in Britain externally as wash in a whole range of skin eruptions and burns. It will help stop bleeding and may be used in leucorrhoea. It is also considered a stronger astringent than the leaves
Precautions
Avoid excessive use (more than three times a day). People with sensitive stomachs who take consume too many fluids with tannins (of any origin, even coffee or tea) can experience stomach upset.
This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
