Blackberry

Genus: Rubus
english name: Blackberry
latin name: Rubis urinus

Family: Rosaceae
Contenents: flavonoids and tannins, Vitamin A, Malic acids, isocitric acids, sugars, albumin, pectin, quercertin and cyanidin
Parts used: leaves and fruits
Properties: Acerbic, tonic herb with slightly diuretic
Uses
internal uses: for bowel disorders like diarrhea, dysentery, piles and cystitis. It is also used as a remedy for hemorrhoids and helps loosen phlegm in the body.
external uses: the tannins in blackberry leaves are astringent and help blood to clot, which gives credence to their traditional use to help heal wounds, open sores and scratches

Blackberry is a perennial plant that grows in dry or sandy soils. The slender branches feature sharp, recurved prickles. Primary cultivation takes place in the North American State of Oregon located in the United States of America.