hippophae rhamnoides

Sea Buckthorn : The twigs and leaves contain 4 - 5% tannin. They are astringent and vermifuge. The tender branches and leaves contain bio-active substances which are used to produce an oil that is quite distinct from the oil produced from the fruit. Yields of around 3% of oil are obtained...

Hippophae rhamnoides : Much branched spiny shrub, leaves oblong lanceolate or linear, silvery white beneath. Flowers one sexed occuring on different plants. Fruit orange red 6mm. It has remarkable nourishing and healing properties. Fruit plup is rich in antioxidants, Vitamin C and E, Beta...