In this article, we focus on the fruit — its benefits, how it can be prepared at home, safety considerations, and how it compares to the other parts of the plant.
Brief Overview of the Other Parts of the Plant
Although the fruit is the star, the rest of the plant also has mild traditional uses:
- Leaves and stems – sometimes used in teas for gentle diuretic and urinary support.
- Root – occasionally used in folk medicine for digestion and general vitality.
- Flowers – rarely used medicinally.
These parts can be helpful, but they contain significantly lower concentrations of active compounds compared to the fruit.
