Butcher's Broom root c/s

Ruscus aculeatus

Country of Origin: Croatia

Herbal Energetics:

(Aka box holly, sweet broom, knee holly, pettigree, jew's myrtle, thorny fragon)

Butcher’s broom gets its name from its historical use as a bundle to sweep and clean butcher’s blocks.

The root of Ruscus aculeatus is typically steeped as a tea or extracted. To make a tea from chopped root, pour 1 cup of boiling water over a teaspoon of the herb. Cover and let steep for 10 minutes. Strain before drinking. 

Butcher’s broom is a member of the lily (Liliaceae) family and related to the asparagus family.  It is a low growing, woody evergreen with prickly leaves native to forests and coastlines of Europe and Asia. 

Precautions:

No known precautions. We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications.

This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. For educational purposes only.