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BLACKBERRY
OTHER NAME(S): Black Berry, Bramble, Dewberry, Feuilles de Mûrier, Feuilles de Ronce, Goutberry, Mûre, Mûre Sauvage, Mûrier, Ronce du Canada, Ronce Commune, Ronce Laciniée, Rubi Fruticosi Folium, Rubi Fruticosi Radix, Rubus affinis, Rubus canadensis, Rubus fruticosus, Rubus laciniatus, Rubus millspaughii, Rubus plicatus, Thimbleberry, Zarzamora

The term bramble, a word meaning any impenetrable thicket, has traditionally been applied specifically to the blackberry or its products

antimicrobial, anticancer, antidysentery, antidiabetic, antidiarrheal, and also good antioxidant. Blackberry plants contain tannins, gallic acid, villosin, and iron; fruit contains vitamin C, niacin (nicotinic acid), pectin, sugars, and anthocyanins and also contains of berries albumin, citric acid, malic acid, and pectin.

Identification

Blackberry, is a perennial shrub in the family Rosaceae that is grown for its aggregate black fruit of the same name. The name blackberry is used to describe several species, including Rubus fruticosis (wild blackberry), Rubus ursinus and Rubus argutus, two species native to North America. Blackberries have three stem types: erect, arching, and trailing. They often have thorns, but some varieties are thornless. The leaves alternate along the stem with each group of leaves consisting of 3–5 leaflets. The leaves are prickly and bright green, and are toothed along the edges. The life-span of blackberry shrubs is variable, but they usually live for less than ten years reaching heights of up to 3 m (10 ft). Blackberry may also be referred to as bramble and the shrubs grow native on every continent except Australia and Antarctica.

Medical Overview

The leaf, root, and fruit (berry) are used to make medicine. Blackberry is used for treating diarrhea, fluid retention, diabetes, gout, and pain and swelling (inflammation); and for preventing cancer and heart disease.

– Blackberry root is one component of a decoction used to treat dysentery.
– Blackberry root has been used to treat diarrhea.
– Blackberry bush has been used to treat whooping cough.
– Blackberry juice has been recommended for colitis.
– Whereas a tea made from the roots has been used for labor pain.
– The leaves of the blackberry have been chewed for toothache.

The berry is a powerful source of antioxidant. R. fruticosus. The plant gave triterpenic acid and rubitic acid characterized as 7 alpha-hydroxyursolic acid.
Blackberries are notable for their high nutritional contents of dietary fiber, vitamin C, vitamin K, and the essential mineral manganese.
The root contains saponins and tannins, whereas leaf contains fruits acid, flavonoids, and tannins. Fruits are gathered (as of most other blackberries) in the wild for jam, syrups, wine, and liqueur.

MEDICAL USES

Because the plant is strongly astringent, infusions are used to relieve diarrhea. As a mouthwash, it is used to strengthen spongy gums and ease mouth ulcers. The berries make a pleasant gargle for swallowing. Poultices or compresses are used externally on wounds and bruises. Decoctions are used to relieve diarrhea and hemorrhoids. The tannins in the herb not only tighten tissue but also help to control minor bleeding

1. Blackberries are known for their anticancer properties. As they contain antioxidants, they are known to destroy the free radicals that harm cells and can lead to cancer. They also help protect and strengthen the immunity, which lowers the risk of cancer. They are especially helpful when it comes to reducing the risk of esophageal, cervical, and breast cancer.
2. Blackberry leaves have been traditionally used in herbal medicine as an antimicrobial agent and for their healthful antioxidant properties. A laboratory study was published in the “International Journal of Antimicrobial Agents” in July 2009.
3. Young blackberry leaves have high levels of antioxidants, or oxygen radical absorbance capacity, according to a study conducted by the U. S. Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Research Service and published in the “Journal of Agricultural Food Chemistry” in February 2000.
4. R. fruticosus has been used in Europe to treat diabetes. An extract of the leaves showed a hypoglycemic effect on diabetic rats.
5. Blackberry leaves and roots are a long-standing home remedy for anemia, regulates menses, diarrhea, and dysentery.
6. The fruit and juice are taken for anemia.
7. A standard infusion made, which can also be applied externally as a lotion, reported to cure psoriasis and scaly conditions of the skin.
8. Blackberries are also used to make wine, brandy, and flavor liqueurs and cordials.
9. They are used to treat sore throats, mouth ulcers, and gum inflammations.
10. A decoction of the leaves is useful as a gargle in treating thrush and also makes a good general mouthwash.

Quick Breakdown

1. Immune System booster
2. High in Antioxidants (berries) (cancer preventative)
3. Diuretic (gets rid of excess fluid)
4. Anemia
5. Diarrhea
6. Skin Conditions (ex. Psoriasis)
7. Cognitive boost (memory enhancement)
8. Vision
9. Bone health
10. Anticancer properties (effective against the development of cancer including lung cancer, colon cancer, and esophageal cancer. The micro-nutrients present in blackberries exert a chemo-preventive effect and prevent the proliferation of malignant cells)

Traditional history and uses

The use of blackberry plants for medicinal purposes has a long history in Western culture.[8][dubious – discuss] The ancient Greeks, other European peoples, and native Americans used the various part of the plants for different treatments. Chewing the leaves or brewing the shoots into tea were used to treat mouth ailments, such as bleeding gums and canker sores.
Tea brewed from leaves, roots, and bark was also used to treat pertussis.
The roots, which have been described as astringent, have been used for treatment of intestinal problems, such as dysentery and diarrhea.
The fruit – having a high vitamin C content – was possibly used for the treatment of scurvy.
A 1771 document recommended brewing blackberry leaves, stem, and bark for stomach ulcers.
Blackberry fruit, leaves, and stems have been used to dye fabrics and hair. Native Americans have even been known to use the stems to make rope.
The shrubs have also been used for barriers around buildings, crops and livestock. The wild plants have sharp, thick thorns, which offered some protection against enemies and large animals.

Rabbit Uses

All parts of the blackberry plant, root and berries are edible. It’s a great treat due to its ability to boost the immune system and it’s high amount of vitamin c is nice as our bunnies do not get it enough. A deficiency in vitamin c can cause issues in that of it self.

Blackberry leaves and branchlets are my recommended go to for anyone needing help with cocci. It’s also helpful for just smooshy poop or watery bowels.

BLACKBERRY – Used for pregnant does, summer cooling, stimulate appetite, diarrhea and safe introductory green for young kits use leaves and fruit,this is a very soothing to rabbits and can help cool rabbits in the summer heat by increasing circulation, awsome addition for pregnant does in the hot summer (this last paragraph was taken directly from Rise and Shine Rabbitry)

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