FWD 2 Commission E: Blackberry root

  The Commission E Monographs

Blackberry root


Rubi fruticosi radix
Brombeerwurzel
Published February 1, 1990

Name of Drug

Rubi fruticosi radix, blackberry root.  

Composition of Drug

Blackberry root consists of the underground parts of Rubus fruticosus L.  [Fam.  Rosaceae], as well as preparations thereof.  

Uses

Blackberry root is used as a preventative for dropsy.  

The claimed efficacy has not been documented.  

Risks

None known.  

Evaluation

Since the efficacy has not been documented, a therapeutic application cannot be justified.