Blackberry
(Rubus villosus)
Botanical Information
A low growing prickly invasive vine with white flowers and black, sweet compound fruit.
Working with Blackberry
Part(s) Used
Root
Herb Forms
Bulk herb.
Affects
Blackberry root bark is highly astringent and is used successfully for diarrhea and dysentery and also for atonic conditions of the intestines.
Blackberry root and root bark are also used in syrups and cordials for easing diarrhea.
Blackberry has a taste of ASTRINGENT, BITTER and a temperature of COOL.
Cautions
None noted.