Butcher's-Broom
Ruscus aculeatus
Ruscus aculeatus, commonly known as butcher's broom, is a plant traditionally used in European folk medicine for conditions such as varicose veins and hemorrhoids. Scientific evidence suggests that it may be beneficial for symptomatic hemorrhoidal disease, with studies indicating improvements in clinical measures after a 30-day course of conservative therapy involving oral phlebotonics containing Ruscus aculeatus extracts. However, the evidence is limited, and more research is needed to confirm these findings. No significant safety concerns or drug interactions have been reported for Ruscus aculeatus, though further studies are warranted to fully understand its potential effects.
- Best evidence
- D
- Cautions
- —
Informational only. Traditional use does not mean proven effectiveness. Evidence and safety vary — check the cited sources.
What the science says
- The study found that a 30-day course of conservative therapy with oral phlebotonics improved various clinical measures in adults with symptomatic hemorrhoidal disease.
- Damage from Prodiplosis longifila significantly reduced the quality and marketability of Ruscus aculeatus and Cocculus laurifolius.
- The study found little evidence of canonical leaf adaxial and abaxial modules being activated in phylloclades compared to stems, suggesting unifacial growth does not require strong adaxial/abaxial molecular identity.
- Ruscus aculeatus extracts in nanostructured liposomes accelerated wound closure in BJ fibroblast cells.
Frequently asked questions
What is Butcher's-Broom?
Butcher's-Broom (Ruscus aculeatus) is a plant documented in FolkKB's traditional-medicine reference, drawn from sourced literature and cross-checked against the evidence.
What does the scientific evidence say about Butcher's-Broom?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Butcher's-Broom; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: The study found that a 30-day course of conservative therapy with oral phlebotonics improved various clinical measures in adults with symptomatic hemorrhoidal disease.
How strong is the evidence for Butcher's-Broom?
The strongest finding for Butcher's-Broom carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Butcher's-Broom safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Butcher's-Broom in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Butcher's-Broom interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Butcher's-Broom in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Butcher's-Broom?
Butcher's-Broom is also known as: Иглица колючая, Fragon.
Is Butcher's-Broom a proven treatment?
No. FolkKB is informational only. Traditional use and early findings are not proof of efficacy or safety — consult a qualified professional and never self-treat.
Sources
- T2 Evidence-Based Monitoring of Prodiplosis longifila in Foliage Crops: Damage, Economic Impact, Trapping Tools, and Population Dynamics. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Transcriptomic Analysis of Phylloclade in Ruscus aculeatus Is Consistent with Unifacial Morphology. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Dual Arnica montana and Ruscus aculeatus Hyaluronic Acid-Modified Nanostructured Lipid Carriers for Accelerated Wound Healing Effect. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Evaluating the effectiveness of oral phlebotonics for the conservative management of hemorrhoidal disease: insights from the VIVI2022/01/VIVALDI study. literature abstract metadata