Vaccinium myrtillus
Other common names: airela, arando, bilberry, blueberry, dwarf bilberry, hartberry, Heidelbeere, hurtleberry, mirtilho
Habitat: Shaded areas in woods and forest meadows of Europe
Several studies have shown that Bilberry has a significant positive effect on night vision and can reduce or reverse effects of degenerative eye disorders such as macular degeneration.
Uses: The leaves have historically been used to treat gastrointestinal ailments.
