Arctostaphylos uva-ursi
Primary Characteristics
Primary Characteristics
Arctostaphylos uva-ursibelongs to Ericaceae, family.
The English Names for this herb are Arberry, Bear`s Berry, Bearberry, Carillo, Cranberry, Kinnikinnick, Mealberry, Mountain Box, Sandberry, Uva ursi.
Pharmacological Actions
The pharmacological Actions of Arctostaphylos uva-ursi are Anti-bacterial, Anti-septic, Diuretic.
Indications
The Indication of Arctostaphylos uva-ursi is Urinary Tract Infection.
No Contra Indication information is available for Arctostaphylos uva-ursi.
Temperaments
No Temperament information is available for Arctostaphylos uva-ursi.
Available Brands
No Brand information is available for Arctostaphylos uva-ursi.
Compound Preparations
No Compound Preparation information is available for Arctostaphylos uva-ursi.
Dosage
| Part | Dose | Instruction |
| Herb (extract) | 250.000mg/day - 500.000mg/day | Should be taken herb extract thrice daily. |
Herb's Description
Arctostaphylos uva-ursi. Arctostaphylos uva ursi is a very low growing shrub that will cascade over walls or embankments. In the late spring, the plant will bear small clusters of dull pink globular shaped flowers.
Arctostaphylos uva-ursi's Fruit (berries). Green berries that will ripen to a brilliant red color in autumn. Cultivars include "Massachuetts", "Radiant" and "Woods Red", which is a dwarf variety. The "Point Reyes" variety is tolerant of coastal conditions.
Arctostaphylos uva-ursi's Leaves: leathery in texture, spoon shaped, size is usually small. The leaves take on very intense tones of red as well.
Taste Odor & Occurrence
Occurence: It occurs in Canada, Northern California, Northward.. The bearberry plant can be found from sea level to 11,000 feet. Growing on open hillsides in the mountains and on the dry sides of canyons. Plants range from the coastal areas. Bearberry will grow almost anywhere given an acidic soil and sunny location
Substitutes
No information regarding Arctostaphylos uva-ursi's substitute is currently available.
Active Constituents
Arctostaphylos uva-ursi's Active constituents:
Antidotes
No information regarding Arctostaphylos uva-ursi's antidot is currently available.
Warning & Precautions
People should avoid taking acidic agents,such as fruit juice or vitamin C,while using uva ursi.
Toxicity
Currently no Toxicity information is available for Arctostaphylos uva-ursi. (work in progress)