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Origin and history


Butcher's broom, also known as spiny butcher's broom, is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean basin. Used since ancient times, it was already known to the Greeks and Romans for its benefits on blood circulation and leg comfort. Its Latin name Ruscus derives from an ancient word meaning broom, as its branches were once used to make household brooms. Today, butcher's broom is an essential plant in herbal medicine for supporting venous and lymphatic circulation.

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Properties and benefits of butcher's broom

Butcher's broom is known for its vein-strengthening and decongestant properties:


  • Circulatory support: it helps strengthen vein walls and improve venous return.

  • Leg comfort: helps reduce the feeling of heavy, tired legs.

  • Action on microcirculation: it promotes capillary tone and helps reduce swelling.

  • Draining effect: it supports water elimination and lymphatic circulation.

Thanks to these effects, butcher's broom is often combined with red vine or horse chestnut in formulas for improving circulation.

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