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Partridgeberry Profile Also known as- Mitchella repens, Squaw Vine, Checkerberry, Deerberry, Winter Clover, Hive Vine, One-Berry, Twin-Berry, and Squaw Berry Introduction Partridgeberry is an evergreen herb that grows in the woodlands of North America. It is best gathered in the early spring through the early summer. Called a ïuniquely American remedy', it was used by Native American women to help prepare the body for childbirth, and is believed to help relieve painful menstruation by toning the uterus. Several noted herbalists of the past and present recommend drinking an infusion of partridgeberry with raspberry leaves during the last weeks of pregnancy to help prepare the body for labor, or with cramp bark and passionflower for dysmenorrhea. In addition, many writers note that partridgeberry exerts a calming influence on the nerves, and Susan Weed, author of Wise Woman Herbal for the Childbearing Years, writes that it was used to enhance fertility. Constituents Tannin, bitter principle, saponins, mucilage, unspecified alkaloids, glycosides, resin Parts Used Whole plant including leaf and stems (excluding roots) Preparations As a tea infusion, and in liquid herbal extracts Typical Preparations Berry tea and infusions have been used by Native American women for centuries to increase fertility, relieve menstrual problems and prepare the body for childbirth. The uses are mostly traditional, and recommended by practitioners of holistic medicine. There's no supporting research, but the anecdotal evidence is strong. Summary Partridgeberry should not be used during pregnancy before the last two weeks as it may induce miscarriage.   For educational purposes only This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.   View Cart/Check Out Privacy Policy   |   Return Policy   |  Ordering Information   |  International Orders   |  Quality Control Products Index     |    A Modern Herbal     |    Botanical.com Copyright © 2000-2008 Botanical.com customerservice@mountainroseherbs.com