HERB PROFILE · EDUCATIONAL REFERENCE

Juniper Berry

Botanical nameJuniperus communis

Plant part usedBerry/cone

Important safety information: Short-term use only; avoid pregnancy and kidney disease/inflammation; not for untreated UTI with fever or flank pain.

Herbal actions

Urinary antiseptic
diuretic
carminative

Traditional and practitioner uses

These uses are presented for historical and educational context. They are not treatment claims.

Short-term urinary flushing
Bloating and dyspepsia
Traditional joint support

Main constituents

alpha-Pinene, sabinene, terpinen-4-ol, flavonoids

Preparation overview

Tea: Covered infusion. Lightly crush berries; use short-term only.

Liquid extract reference: 1:5

Preparation strengths are not interchangeable. Open the interactive guide for the complete evidence notes and sources available for this herb.

Herbilous provides educational information only. It does not diagnose, prescribe, or replace professional medical advice. Seek urgent care for severe or worsening symptoms.