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Butcher's broom

Ruscus aculeatus

Part of the plant used

Part of the plant used

Rhizome

Major cosmetic applications

Major cosmetic applications

Phlebotonic. blood flow activator. Heavy legs. Anti-inflammatory.

Inception growing area

Inception growing area

Azores, Mediterranean Sea and Northern Western Europe

Traditional uses

Traditional uses

Prevention and treatment of venous insufficiency, urinary tract infections, gout and dysmenorrhea.

Curiosities

Curiosities

Its common name butcher's broom is due to the use that the butchers gave.