Rosaceae
Strawberry Leaf
Fragaria x ananassa
✓ Generally Safe
Safe in Pregnancy
Native to: Hybrid (North and South American species), widely cultivated
Also known as: Garden Strawberry Leaf, Cultivated Strawberry Leaf
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Parts Used
Leaf
Therapeutic Uses
Diarrhea, digestive complaints, urinary tract complaints, nutritive supplement, skin inflammation (topical wash). Leaf more medicinal than fruit for therapeutic use.
Herbal Actions
Astringent, diuretic, anti-inflammatory, antidiarrheal, nutritive
Active Constituents
Tannins (ellagitannins — more than fruit), flavonoids (quercetin, kaempferol, myricetin), salicylates, vitamin C (higher than fruit), minerals (iron, potassium)
Preparation Methods
☕ Herbal Tea🏺 Tincture
Traditional Preparation Notes
| Herbal Tea | 2 tsp dried leaf per 250ml, steep 10 min, 3x daily |
| Tincture | 2–4 ml (1:5, 25% ethanol), 3x daily |
| Notes | Young spring leaves most astringent and therapeutic. Combine with agrimony and raspberry leaf for diarrhea. Traditional tooth whitener: rub fresh fruit directly on teeth. Fruit: high ellagic acid — antioxidant food. |
Safety Information
Safety Rating
✓ Generally Safe
Pregnancy
Safe in Pregnancy
Drug Interactions
None known
Contraindications: Strawberry allergy (fruit). Aspirin sensitivity (salicylates). Otherwise very safe.
Side Effects: Allergic reactions (strawberry allergy). Salicylate reactions. Very well tolerated.