Billberry Leaf

Billberry Leaf;* Vaccinium myrtillus

Night Vision, Glaucoma, Diabetes, Circulation

Bilberry has marvelous anti-aging properties in both its fruit and leaves. It improves vision both at night andin the the day as well as being useful in the prevention and treatment of glaucoma as it strengthens connective tissue.

The herb is also used to treat a variety of conditions that benefit from arterial support, including bruising, hemorrhoids, and varicose veins. The effect of bilberry on night vision is most consistent in people who have poor night vision.

Bilberries were also collected at Lughnasadh in August, the first traditional harvest festival of the year, as celebrated by Gaelic people. The crop of bilberries was said to indicate how well the rest of the crops would fare in their harvests later in the year