Kinnikinnick (Uva Ursi) (Arctostaphylos uva-ursi) Native

Upcoming Events

Community Craft Night: Jewelry Making
December 7th, 2024
Join with other makers to learn how to make bracelets & necklaces. Using a wide (more...)

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Schedule:

- - Check the calendar for specific events!
  - ANY DAY: Host your own event! See here for details.
  Saturday: Open to the public daytime to drop in, bring a picnic, take a self-guided tour, etc.
  Landwork workparties 4th Saturdays. Call ahead with questions: 503.245.3847
Sunday: Open to the public daytime to drop in, bring a picnic, take a self-guided tour, etc.
Skillshares and workparties some Sundays. Call ahead with questions: 503.245.3847
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: Scheduled class visits and events. Open to the public after 3pm until dark to enjoy the land.
Wednesday: Scheduled class visits and events. Open to the public after 3pm until dark to enjoy the land.
Thursday: Scheduled class visits and events. Open to the public after 3pm until dark to enjoy the land.
Friday: Open to the public daytime to drop in, bring a picnic, take a self-guided tour, etc.
SOME DAYS will be closed for private events. Check the calendar!

Kinnikinnick (Uva Ursi) (Arctostaphylos uva-ursi) Native

Kinnikinnick (Uva Ursi) (Arctostaphylos uva-ursi)

Parts used: leaves, berries

Medicinal uses: One of the best natural urinary antiseptics; used in cases of acute and chronic cystitis and urethritis; it is not a suitable remedy if there is a simultaneous kidney infection.

Cautions: Do not take during pregnancy or with kidney disease. Unsuitable for children under 12. it is generally advisable to take uva-ursi for no more than 7-10 days at a time (Chevallier 170).