An erect perennial herb with thin, light green, coarsely serrate, dentate leaves; flowers white in small clusters; fruits ovoid or sub- globose, red (rarely white) with very prominent achenes.

Astringent, diuretic, laxative and tonic (leaves and fruits).

Plants for a Future

Pentosans, pectins and citric and malic acids (fruits)

Digestive maladies such as diarrhea and stomach upsets, urinary tract infections, periodontal disease, halitosis and hemorrhoids.

Stary, Medicinal Herbs and Plants.