Blackcurrant is renowned for its anti-inflammatory, antirheumatic and diuretic properties. Its leaves are used in cases of joint pain such as rheumatism, respiratory and skin allergies or even urinary infections. Latin name: Ribes nigrum L. Plant part: leaves
This article was updated on 08/02/2023In case of' Skin allergy, Respiratory allergy
Recommended modes of use
In infusion
Pour the equivalent of 1 tablespoon of dry leaves per cup of hot water, then let it steep for 15 minutes. Drink 2 to 3 cups per day outside of meals.
In decoction
Pour 1 tablespoon of dry leaves per cup of water. Boil for 3 minutes then leave to infuse for 10 minutes. Drink 2 to 3 cups per day outside of meals.
Plants often associated
In case of' Arthritis, Osteoarthritis, Rheumatism, Gout attack, Joint pain
Recommended modes of use
In infusion
Pour the equivalent of 1 tablespoon of dry leaves per cup of hot water, then let it steep for 15 minutes. Drink 2 to 3 cups per day outside of meals.
In decoction
Pour 1 tablespoon of dry leaves per cup of water. Boil for 3 minutes then leave to infuse for 10 minutes. Drink 2 to 3 cups per day outside of meals.
Plants often associated
In case of Diarrhea
Recommended modes of use
In infusion
Pour the equivalent of 1 tablespoon of dry leaves per cup of hot water, then let it steep for 15 minutes. Drink 2 to 3 cups per day outside of meals.
In decoction
Pour 1 tablespoon of dry leaves per cup of water. Boil for 3 minutes then leave to infuse for 10 minutes. Drink 2 to 3 cups per day outside of meals.
Plants often associated
In case of' Asthma
Recommended modes of use
In infusion
Pour the equivalent of 1 tablespoon of dry leaves per cup of hot water, then let it steep for 15 minutes. Drink 2 to 3 cups per day outside of meals.
In decoction
Pour 1 tablespoon of dry leaves per cup of water. Boil for 3 minutes then leave to infuse for 10 minutes. Drink 2 to 3 cups per day outside of meals.
Plants often associated
In case of Varicose veins, heavy legs, venous insufficiency
Recommended modes of use
In infusion
Pour the equivalent of 1 tablespoon of dry leaves per cup of hot water, then let it steep for 15 minutes. Drink 2 to 3 cups per day outside of meals.
In decoction
Pour 1 tablespoon of dry leaves per cup of water. Boil for 3 minutes then leave to infuse for 10 minutes. Drink 2 to 3 cups per day outside of meals.
Plants often associated
In case of Cystitis, Urinary tract infection
Recommended modes of use
In infusion
Pour the equivalent of 1 tablespoon of dry leaves per cup of hot water, then let it steep for 15 minutes. Drink 2 to 3 cups per day outside of meals.
In decoction
Pour 1 tablespoon of dry leaves per cup of water. Boil for 3 minutes then leave to infuse for 10 minutes. Drink 2 to 3 cups per day outside of meals.
Plants often associated
Properties and active components
Properties
- anti-inflammatory (flavonoids, especially prodelphinidols)
- antirheumatic
- diuretic (flavonoids)
Active components
- Flavonoids: hypersaccharides, astragalosides, prodelphinidols
- Proanthocyanidins
- Phenol acids: caffeic, gallic, ferulic, chlorogenic acids
- Essential oils: sabinene, limonene, phellandrene
Precautions for use
- Blackcurrant leaves are contraindicated in cases of heart or kidney failure.
- In case of hypertension, please seek medical advice.
- It is recommended to limit the use of Cassis to a duration of 4 weeks.
Botanical
The Cassissier belongs to the family of Grossulariaceae. A shrub that can reach 1.5 to 2 m high, it has alternate deciduous leaves, generally almost as wide as they are long, toothed and determined by webbed veins. His regular, greenish or reddish flowers are composed of 5 sepals fused at the base of the ovary which is clearly visible under the calyx and 5 more or less full petals. The fruits arranged in clusters are juicy brown berries with several seeds. Blackcurrant was said to have been used for the first time in the 16th century by a doctor to help a peasant who had not urinated for ten days.
Native to the temperate regions of the countries of Europe, Anatolia and the Himalayas, it is found in the humid woods of the valleys. Cassississier grows in places subject to humidity and rather shade. Therefore the ideal climate for the cultivation of this shrub is one continental climate. There Russia appears as one of the main producers of Cassis, followed distantly by European countries such as Poland or France.
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