herbs - Butchers broom (Ruscus aculeatus)

What is it?

Butchers broom is a small evergreen bush native to Europe and the Mediterranean. It is the rhizome of Butchers broom that is used in herbal medicine.

Action

Butchers broom contains saponins which have ant-inflammatory action, are diuretic and act as a veinous tonic.

Uses

Our experts recommend Butchers broom for the following disorders:

• Varicose veins

Other information

Butchers broom is most commonly used to strengthen blood vessels and is used by herbalists for chronic venous insufficiency, piles or general poor circulation. Supplements are generally available as tablets or capsules. 

Cautions

• Generally, there are no side effects or other contra-indications from using Butchers broom herbal supplements.



• When this article was written there were no well-known negative drug interactions with butcher’s broom.

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