Condition
Treatment Support
ocular anti-inflammatory
Application
tincture, tea
Rue
(Ruta graveolens)
Also know as Garden Rue
Botanical Information
A strong scented herb in the Citrus family growing to three feet with divided leaves and small yellow flowers and a strong disagreeable odor. Native to the Mediterranean region.
Working with Rue
Part(s) Used
Leaf
Herb Forms
Tincture, bulk herb.
Because of its rutin content, rue is considered useful for capillary fragility and varicose veins. It is also used internally and externally for eye inflammation. Rue is taken internally for suppressed menstruation, worms, and used as a gargle for sore throat.
Rue has a taste of BITTER, PUNGENT and a temperature of WARM.
Cautions
Contraindicated during pregnancy. May cause gastrointestinal irritation. Avoid prolonged sunlight exposure when taking this herb. Do not use this herb if you have poor kidney function.
Conditions treated with Rue
Condition
Treatment Support
Application
Condition
Treatment Support
Application
Condition
Treatment Support
venous tonic
Application
tincture, tea
Condition
Treatment Support
anthelmintic
Application
tincture, tea
The information given here is designed to help you make informed choices about your health. The information is drawn from numerous sources—both traditional medicine practice, from the clinical experience of many herbalists currently practicing, and supported by decades of scientific research from the author. The research most consulted includes human clinical trials that help to determine the most effective and safe herbs for various needs, the best doses, and types of preparations.
The information offered in this database is not intended as a substitute for any that may have been prescribed by your health practitioner or physician.
