Dog Blood Bush
Rivina humilis
Central America, Caribbean
Traditional Uses
Menstrual support, fertility and womb cleansing, wound and skin healing, digestive relief, pain and headache, fever
Modern Research Uses
Teas and infusions studied for menstrual and reproductive support; extracts researched for anti-inflammatory activity; berry pigments studied as natural antioxidant and food-colour sources; leaf extracts tested as antimicrobial wound and skin applications
Mechanism of Action
Main compounds are betalains (rivianin), flavonoids, and tannins. It works by reducing inflammation, fighting free radicals, and mildly fighting germs.
Body Systems Affected
Prep & Administration
Toxicity Notes
Digestive, Endocrine, Immune, Nervous
Tea, Tincture, Capsule, Topical oil, Poultice, Decoction
Moderate
Can interact with sedative medications.