Description
Overview
Rue (Ruta graveolens) is an herb with aromatic leaves and yellow flowers that belong to the Rutaceae family. It has a long history of use in traditional medicine and culinary practices. Rue seeds, which are the plant’s reproductive structures, can be of interest for various purposes. In traditional medicine, rue has been used for its various medicinal properties. It was believed to have anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, emmenagogue (promoting menstruation), and digestive-stimulating properties. Rue extracts or infusions were sometimes used to treat conditions such as indigestion, menstrual disorders, arthritis, and respiratory ailments.