Ruscus aculeatus
Ruscus aculeatus belongs to Liliaceae family.
The English names for this herb are Butchers broom, Jew`s Myrtle, Knee Holly, Kneeholy, Pettigree, Sweet Broom.
Description
Ruscus aculeatus's Root. Butcher's Broom, a low, shrubby, evergreen plant, which occurs not infrequently in woods and waste and bushy places. The name Knee Holly appears to have been given it from its rising to about the height of a man's knee (though occasionally specimens are found growing about 3 feet high), and from its having, like the true Holly, prickly leaves. The small greenish-white flowers are solitary growing from the centre of the leaves and blossom in the early spring. They are dioecious, i.e. stamens and pistils are on different plants
Pharmacological Actions
The pharmacological actions of Ruscus aculeatus are Aperient, Deobstruent, Diaphoretic, Diuretic.
Indications
The indications of Ruscus aculeatus are Hemorrhoids, Atherosclerosis, Chronic venous insufficiency, Varicose Veins.
The indications of Ruscus aculeatus's Root are Gravel, Jaundice.
Contraindications
None recorded.
Temperament
None recorded.
Occurrence, Taste & Odor
Odor: The odor of Root of Ruscus aculeatus is Odourless.
Taste: Root: sweet.
Dosage
| Part | Dose | Instructions |
|---|---|---|
| Whole Herb | 50.000 – 100.000 mg | There are often apply or insertedat night before going to bed. |
Available Brands
None recorded.
Compound Preparations
No Compound Preparation information is available for Ruscus aculeatus.
Substitutes
No information regarding Ruscus aculeatus's substitute is currently available.
Active Constituents
No information regarding Ruscus aculeatus's active constituent is currently available.
Antidotes
No information regarding Ruscus aculeatus's antidote is currently available.
Toxicity
Currently no Toxicity information is available for Ruscus aculeatus. (work in progress)