Strawberry Leaves | Fragaria vesca

Strawberry Leaves contain tannins which has made them popular for herbal remedies since the Middle Ages as an appetite stimulant, astringent, anti-microbial, anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory. The Strawberry is rich in pectin, fibre, vitamins A, B, C , E, potassium, calcium, iron, phosphorus and antioxidants.

The leaves, roots and fruits of strawberries were used for a digestive or skin tonic. Herbal tea made by infusing strawberry leaves in hot water has a long history as a herbal remedy. It is caffeine-free alternative to black tea. The leaves of strawberries have been used to treat everything from gastrointestinal problems and rheumatoid arthritis, excessive menstrual bleeding and water retention.

Treats:

• Inflammation
• Water retention
• Diarrhea
• IBS
• Rheumatoid Arthritis
• Excessive Menstrual Bleeding
• Skin Health

Common names: 

Wild strawberry, woodland strawberry, Alpine strawberry, Carpathian strawberry or European strawberry