BearberryKinnikinnickEvergreenSprengDried uva-ursi leavesSpecific epithetShrubGenusExtractSpeciesPowderUrinaryArbutusCranberryArbutinPlantsBladderContentUrinePlantLeavesProductHighLEAFExtractHydroquinoneArbutinTreat urinary tract infePungensAntiseptic and diureticGrapeSubspeciesGlandulosaIngredientsBerriesRecurrentDosesScientificAlternateInfectionNaturalRootTreatmentQuantityHumanNames
Bearberry5
- The specific epithet, uva-ursi, comes from the Latin words uva (meaning grape) and ursus (bear), reflected by the bearberry nickname. (wikipedia.org)
- Arctostaphylos uva-ursi , known by a large number of common names including common bearberry and kinninnick, is an extremely winter hardy, creeping, slow-growing, prostrate, woody evergreen shrub that typically grows to 6-12" tall but spreads over time by flexible branching (roots at the nodes) to 3-6' wide or more. (missouribotanicalgarden.org)
- Bearberry, or more specifically 'bear grapes' (the translation of uva-ursi) are a low growing plant in the Heath family that produces red berries in the fall. (durangoplants.com)
- Bearberry plants, also known as Arctostaphylos uva-ursi, are low-growing evergreen shrubs that are known for their unique appearance and hardiness. (alfawakah.com)
- Uva Ursi is also known as bearberry and other names including kinnikinnick and upland cranberry. (pennherb.com)
Kinnikinnick3
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- Arctostaphylos uva-ursi (Kinnikinnick) - flowers white, pink March to June, 1 to 3 ft. in height. (wildflower.org)
- Uva Ursi is an evergreen perennial groundcover found throughout the higher elevations of Europe and Asia that is also known as pinemat manzanita and kinnikinnick . (herbco.com)
Evergreen4
- Arctostaphylos uva-ursi is an evergreen Shrub growing to 0.1 m (0ft 4in) by 1 m (3ft 3in) at a medium rate. (pfaf.org)
- Arctostaphylos uva-ursi is a low growing, mat forming evergreen shrub, 6-12″ tall, 2-4′ wide. (backyardgardener.com)
- Arctostaphylos columbiana is an evergreen Shrub growing to 1.5 m (5ft). (pfaf.org)
- Uva ursi is a woody, shrub-like groundcover with small, thick, oval-shaped, shiny leaves that remain evergreen for up to three years before falling off. (herbco.com)
Spreng1
- Arctostaphylos uva-ursi - (L.)Spreng. (pfaf.org)
Dried uva-ursi leaves1
- Native Americans and early pioneers smoked the dried uva-ursi leaves and bark alone or mixed with other herbs, tobacco or dried dogwood bark in pipes. (wikipedia.org)
Specific epithet1
- The specific epithet comes from the Latin words uva meaning grape and ursus meaning bear thus bear's grape, also in reference to the fruits serving in the wild as bear food. (missouribotanicalgarden.org)
Shrub2
- Arctostaphylos uva-ursi is a small procumbent woody groundcover shrub growing to 5-30 centimetres (2-12 inches) high. (wikipedia.org)
- Bearberries, also known as Arctostaphylos uva-ursi, are small, tart berries that grow on a low-lying shrub. (alfawakah.com)
Genus2
- Arctostaphylos uva-ursi is a plant species of the genus Arctostaphylos widely distributed across circumboreal regions of the subarctic Northern Hemisphere. (wikipedia.org)
- The genus name of Arctostaphylos uva-ursi comes from the Greek words arctos (meaning bear) and staphyle (meaning "bunch of grapes") in reference to the fruits which form grape-like clusters. (wikipedia.org)
Extract1
- Uva-Ursi Extract (Arctostaphylos uva-ursi), derived from the Uva-Ursi leaf, contains 10% of the glycoside, arbutin, beneficial for its anti-microbial and diuretic properties. (nutrimedical.com)
Species2
- it is the only Arctostaphylos species to occur outside of North America. (coloradohardyplants.com)
- This cultivar of 'Uva Ursi will grow a bit taller than the species, up to 1 ft. tall and 3-4 ft wide. (singtree.com)
Powder1
- Uva Ursi powder may be prepared as tea, alone or with other herbs to enhance flavor. (herbco.com)
Urinary2
- Essentially, uva ursi flushes out the urinary tract to keep it clean and healthy. (pennherb.com)
- Besides urinary tract health, uva ursi is also associated with better bladder and kidney health. (pennherb.com)
Arbutus1
- Arbutus uva-ursi. (pfaf.org)
Cranberry1
- A cousin to blueberry and cranberry, uva ursi is known by numerous common names, some of which indicate it is a favorite food for bears. (herbco.com)
Arbutin1
- uva-ursi fruit The plant contains diverse phytochemicals, including ursolic acid, tannic acid, gallic acid, some essential oils and resin, hydroquinones (mainly arbutin, up to 17%), tannins (up to 15%), phenolic glycosides and flavonoids. (wikipedia.org)
Plants1
- Illustration from Köhler's Medicinal Plants (1887) Flowers Flowers A. uva-ursi subsp. (wikipedia.org)
Bladder1
- Do not use uva ursi during pregnancy or if there is a history of chronic liver, bladder or kidney disease. (herbco.com)
Content1
- Due to the high tannin content in the leaves, uva ursi has a very bitter taste. (herbco.com)
Urine1
- Uva ursi may increase the effects of other medications, particular those designed to increase urine flow. (herbco.com)
Plant1
- Our native plant of the week is native to 10,000 feet in the Rocky Mountains - Arctostaphylos uva-ursi (Kinnickinick). (coloradohardyplants.com)
Leaves3
- Dark, close-set leaves are slightly larger than those of other Arctostaphylos. (boethingtreeland.com)
- In addition, uva ursi leaves can be used to support prostate health. (pennherb.com)
- If you want a more soothing option, use powdered uva ursi leaves or cut leaves to create a therapeutic tea. (pennherb.com)
Product1
- We offer several product options so you can add uva ursi to your routine easily and effectively. (pennherb.com)
High1
- Add a healthy boost to your day by taking any of our high-quality uva ursi herbal supplements from Penn Herb Company. (pennherb.com)
LEAF9
- Your search for ARCTOSTAPHYLOS "UVA-URSI" LEAF did not return any results. (nih.gov)
- Did you mean ARCTOSTAPHYLOS "UVA-ours" LEAF ? (nih.gov)
- Say goodbye to recurrent UTIs with Uva Ursi Leaf - natures solution for urinary tract disorders. (glenbrookfarm.com)
- Uva Ursi Leaf is a natural remedy that can effectively tackle urinary tract disorders and prevent UTI recurrence. (glenbrookfarm.com)
- The Uva Ursi Leaf contains Arbutin, which helps in reducing inflammation of the urinary tract and inhibiting bacterial growth that causes infections. (glenbrookfarm.com)
- So, if you're looking for a natural way to keep yourself free from discomfort caused by UTIs, try Uva Ursi Leaf today! (glenbrookfarm.com)
- The leaves and leaf extracts from uva ursi are used in non-prescription medicinal products mainly to treat urinary tract infection, cystitis, kidney stones, and as a diuretic. (nih.gov)
- Uva ursi is commercially available as crushed leaf or powder, and arbutin is available in both natural and synthetic forms. (nih.gov)
- In the United States, uva ursi leaf is used as a urinary antiseptic and diuretic in numerous dietary supplements. (nih.gov)
Extract5
- As free HQ is crucial for the safety of the herbal preparation, we reviewed published and unpublished experimental and human studies to clarify some outdated assumptions and to support the safety of therapeutic daily doses of Uva-ursi folium extract. (nih.gov)
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Hydroquinone3
- Hydroquinone derived from arbutin and methykrbutm is a powerful anti-bacterial agent and is thought to be responsible for uva ursi's ability to treat urinary tract infections . (naturalnews.com)
- 4. Proteome changes in human bladder T24 cells induced by hydroquinone derived from Arctostaphylos uva-ursi herbal preparation. (nih.gov)
- Through modern-day scientific research in test tubes and animals, researchers have discovered that Uva-ursi's antibacterial properties, which can fight infection, are due to several chemicals, including hydroquinone. (northamericanpharmacal.com)
Arbutin5
- uva-ursi fruit The plant contains diverse phytochemicals, including ursolic acid, tannic acid, gallic acid, some essential oils and resin, hydroquinones (mainly arbutin, up to 17%), tannins (up to 15%), phenolic glycosides and flavonoids. (wikipedia.org)
- Bone marrow micronuclei were not induced in mice after oral treatment with arbutin, and a mixture of uva ursi extracts did not induce micronuclei in cultured human lymphocytes. (nih.gov)
- Arctostaphylos and Calluna ), quince jam samples, and commercial cream samples, arbutin can be quantitatively determined by high performance liquid chromatography. (nih.gov)
- In a study of wild populations of A. uva-ursi in various regions of Spain, arbutin levels were found to be significantly higher in autumn than in spring. (nih.gov)
- The glycoside arbutin is the main active constituent in uva ursi and comprises up to 10% of the plant by weight. (naturalnews.com)
Treat urinary tract infe3
- Uses: Uva ursi is used to treat urinary tract infections. (naturalnews.com)
- Uva ursi - More than a thousand years ago, the Chinese and Native Americans were using uva ursi to treat urinary tract infections in both men and women. (naturalnews.com)
- Today, Uva-ursi is sometimes used to treat urinary tract infections and cystitis (bladder inflammation). (northamericanpharmacal.com)
Pungens1
- 12. UHPLC-PDA-ESI-TOF/MS metabolic profiling of Arctostaphylos pungens and Arctostaphylos uva-ursi. (nih.gov)
Antiseptic and diuretic1
- Uva ursi, Arctostaphylos uva ursi, is a urinary tract antiseptic and diuretic. (naturalnews.com)
Grape2
- For reference, in Spanish the word "Uva" means a grape / berry, and in Latin, "Ursa" means a bear. (naturalnews.com)
- In Latin, uva and ursi mean grape and bear respectively. (mountauburn.org)
Subspecies1
- There are some 14 subspecies, including: Arctostaphylos uva-ursi subsp. (wikipedia.org)
Glandulosa1
- Arctostaphylos glandulosa var. (laspilitas.com)
Ingredients1
- Uva ursi tincture contains ONLY natural ingredients! (comparedietpillprices.com)
Berries1
- A wallpaper view of uva ursi berries and leaves. (eluneblue.com)
Recurrent1
- Reference: Larsson B, Jonasson A, Fianu S. "Prophylactic effect of UVA-E in women with recurrent cystitis: a preliminary report. (cat-health-guide.org)
Doses1
- Cautions: Uva ursi is toxic in high doses and should not be used in pregnancy or by anyone who has a kidney infection. (naturalnews.com)
Scientific1
- Scientific name: Arctostaphylos uva-ursi. (bvsalud.org)
Alternate1
- Arctostaphylos uva-ursi is an alternate host for spruce broom rust. (wikipedia.org)
Infection1
- Marshmallow soothes the urinary tract and also fights urinary tract infection in a way similar to uva ursi, although it is not quite as powerful. (naturalnews.com)
Natural1
- Uva ursi is a natural diuretic - it literally flushes out the kidneys. (naturalnews.com)
Root1
- According to WebMD when Uva Ursi is combined with dandelion root it does reduce the re-occurrence of UTI 's. (glenbrookfarm.com)
Treatment1
- Research claims uva ursi works best in an alkaline pH for treatment of urinary tract infections. (naturalnews.com)
Quantity1
- Decrease quantity for Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Pt. (heronsheadnursery.com)
Human2
- No human trials have been published confirming the effectiveness of uva ursi in people with urinary tract infections. (naturalnews.com)
- 17. Resveratrol protects human keratinocytes HaCaT cells from UVA-induced oxidative stress damage by downregulating Keap1 expression. (nih.gov)
Names1
- Possible aliases, alternative names and misspellings for Arctostaphylos uva-ursi . (idaho.gov)