Syrian Rue Health Benefits, Properties, and Uses

Syrian rue is the Peganum harmala L plant, native to the Mediterranean and western United States. Syrian rue is a shrub-like plant with white flowers and pods that contain dozens of seeds. Syrian rue is widely used as a medicinal herb in Northern Africa and the Middle East.¹

Syrian Rue Health Uses and Health Benefits

Syrian rue contains compounds that give it natural antimicrobial, sedative and cardiovascular benefits. Syrian rue has been used to treat fungal, parasitic and bacterial infections. Syrian rue can also be used to help treat insomnia and anxiety. Syrian rue is also a natural analgesic—a pain-killer that can be used for conditions like menstrual cramps, headaches and more.^1,2

References

1. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3841998/ 
2. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25842736