Fresh greens are he althy and are therefore increasingly finding their way onto the menu. Blackberry bushes produce a particularly large number of leaves and would therefore be reliable suppliers. But before you grab them in spring, we should clarify whether blackberry leaves are even edible.
Can I use blackberry leaves for food?
Blackberry leaves havevaluable ingredientsand areedibleYou can use it, among other things, forSmoothies,Tea preparationsor cut into small pieces inSalad. You can also use blackberry leaves for he alth purposes. Fresh and dried blackberry leaves from he althy plants that have not been sprayed can be used.
What ingredients do blackberry leaves contain?
Leaves of blackberries (Rubus sect. Rubus) are characterized by a high content oftannins. They also containplant acidssuch as triterpenic acid and citric acid as well asflavonoids.
What healing properties do blackberry leaves have?
Blackberry leaves are very he althy because their ingredients work, among other things:
- blood purifying
- hemostatic
- diuretic
- expectorant
Teas and tinctures, which can also be made yourself, are primarily used for bladder infections, skin blemishes, diabetes, heartburn, inflammation of the mucous membranes in the mouth and throat area and diarrhea. Blackberry leaves are consideredfree of side effects But to be on the safe side, the daily intake should not exceed 4.5 grams or larger amounts should be clarified with your family doctor beforehand.
When is the time to collect blackberry leaves?
The collection period isfrom spring to autumn. As soon as the first leaves appear, collecting can begin, in your own garden or in the great outdoors. You can take bold action, the blackberries sprout reliably and abundantly all year round.
How do I collect blackberry leaves correctly?
If you want to harvest blackberry leaves in your own garden, you should avoid using artificial fertilizers and chemical sprays when caring for them. Avoid disease-infested shrubs. Wear gloves, especially wild blackberry bushes have thorns.
- young leaves are more tender and therefore more suitable for salads
- Older leaves contain more tannins and are more bitter
- do not pick yellow leaves
- pay attention to thorn-free leaves
- alternatively remove spines
- away from busy roads collecting
- do not pick close to the ground (due to fox tapeworm)
- drying for winter supplies
How do I make tea from blackberry leaves?
Poura tablespoon ofchopped fresh or dried leaves with200 mlof hot water and leave the mixture for about10 minutes pull. The tea tastes particularly aromatic if you ferment the leaves before drying.
Tip
Don't use blackberry leaves without hesitation when pregnant
Blackberry leaf tea and raspberry leaf tea are known to promote labor. That's why they are often recommended for drinking in the last weeks of pregnancy. But before that, blackberry leaf tea should not be consumed or only after consultation with the midwife.
