Uva-ursi (Bearberry)
Scientific Name: Arctostaphylos uva-ursi
Botanical Family: Ericaceae
Plant Type: Evergreen shrub
Geographical Origin: Northern Hemisphere
Species/Variety: Arctostaphylos uva-ursi
Description
Low evergreen shrub with red berries.
Therapeutic Properties
Urinary antiseptic (short-term)
Temperament
Cool
How to Use
Tea; Capsules
Dosage
Short-term only; hydroquinone concerns
Precautions
Pregnancy contraindicated; liver caution
Replacement / Alternatives
Cranberry (prevention); Juniper (short courses)
References
VASCAN; Native American Ethnobotany