Bearberry Tea Loose Leaf 40g Urological Tea Bearberry Tea for your kidney health Bear berry herb, also known as Uva Ursi for the plant's botanical name, Arctostaphylos uva-ursi, is a useful herb for relieving problems with and improving the well-being of the urinary system. Common bearberry is a fruit that belongs to the genus Arctostaphylos uva-ursi. The word uva-ursi means 'grape of the bear' owing to the fact that bears are fond of this fruit. It is a low-growing shrub, which can be found in Asia, Europe, and Central and North America. Its the leaves, not the berries, that contain the relieving properties. Rich in tannins, bearberry is a very good herbal astringent, toning and strengthening the membranes of the urinary system. Bearberry herb Preparation: Infuse one tea spoon in 250ml of hot water for about 5-7 mins. PACKAGING: 40g of dried herb