The name ‘strawberry’ arose because the running stems of the plant are strewed (or ‘strawd’) over the ground. Growing in cool, secret woodlands,

strawberries are often associated with fairy folk, and in Bavaria, a basket of the fruit is sometimes tied between a cow’s horns to please the elves so that they bless the cow with

abundant milk. Strawberries are one of the fruits dedicated to the Virgin Mary. 

The leaves contain flavonoids, tannins, and a volatile oil. The fruit contains fruit acids, and a volatile oil with methylslicylate and borneol. Rich in iron

Properties:

Diuretic, astringent, and tonic. Full of vitamins and minerals, like vitamin C, calcium, antioxidants, and more

Uses:

Various culinary uses.

Great for the body. May be used for improving liver function, treating bowel inflammation, and for various aches or pains.

One great benefit of strawberry leaves is that they promote good digestion. This leaf has been found useful in teas for improving digestion and relieving symptoms of gastrointestinal distress.

Some have found that that a strawberry leaf herbal tea is useful for reducing hemorrhoids. Further, many believe that strawberry leaves can help an upset stomach as well as reduce nausea, bloating, cramps, and diarrhea.

Also, the strawberry leaves are rich in iron, which is beneficial for the blood. The iron is a crucial building block for red blood cells and hemoglobin, so this herb is rejuvenating for the blood.

Cosmetic Uses:

Decoct the leaf as an astringent for oily skin. The fruit is used as a tooth cleaner. The fresh fruit removes stains from teeth if it is allowed to remain for about 5

minutes. The fruit is also used cosmetically in skin-care creams. It tones and whitens the skin, combats wrinkles, lightens freckles, soothes

sunburn and whitens the teeth.