Description
Rue
Ruta graveolens
Rue's bitter leaves can be used to flavour vinegar.
Rue is used for menstrual problems, such as suppressed menses and amenorrhoea. Reduces spasms in the digestive tract as well as increasing circulation to the digestive organs.
Rue has also been used for epilepsy, palsy and rheumatic pain. Externally it can be used for sore eyes, earache and skin disease
Other Uses
The leaves are used to flavour the Italian spirit Grappa
Part Used
Leaves
Actions
Bitter, emmemagogue,spasmolytic
Contraindications
Do not use in pregnancy. Excessive amounts affects central nervous system and can be fatal.
