Medicinal Plants : Rubus idaeus

Name

Raspberry

Biological Name

Rubus idaeus
Rosaceae

Other Names

Raspberry

Parts Used

Leaves and fruit

Active Compounds

Polypeptides

Flavonoids, mainly glycosides of kaempferol and quercitin

Tannins

Fruit sugar

Volatile oil

Pectin

Citric acid

Malic acid

Remedies For

Astringent, tonic, parturient.

Raspberry leaves have a long tradition of use in pregnancy to strengthen and tone the tissue of the womb, assisting contractions and checking any hemorrhage during labor. As an astringent it is useful in a wide range of cases, including diarrhea, leucorrhoea and other loose conditions. Also used for easing of mouth problems such as mouth ulcers, bleeding gums and inflammations. As a gargle it will help sore throats.

Description

No information.

Dosage

Infusion: Pour a cup of boiling water onto 2 teaspoonfuls of the dried herb and let infuse for 10-15 minutes. This may be drunk freely.

Tincture: take 2-4 ml of the tincture three times a day.

Safety

No information available. Some herbs are known to react with your medication. Please consult your physician before starting on any herb.