Petit Houx - 250 mg - 100 capsules

○ Latin name: Ruscus aculeatus ○ Dosage: 250 mg per capsule The little holly, scientifically known as Ruscus aculeatus, is an evergreen shrub belonging to the Asparagaceae family. It is also called "butcher's broom" or "prickly holly". The little holly is native to Europe, North Africa and the Middle East, and it grows in wooded areas, forest edges and undergrowth. The small holly is an erect shrub that can reach a height of 60 to 120 centimeters. It has branching, spiny stems, with evergreen, leathery leaves. The leaves are needle-like and dark green in color. The flowers of the little holly are small, inconspicuous and greenish in color, they generally bloom in the spring. One of the distinguishing characteristics of the little holly is the presence of bright red berries. These berries appear after flowering and persist throughout the winter. They are often mistaken for fruits, but in reality they are false fruits called antherozoids. The berries are toxic for human consumption.