Saw Palmetto is a small fan palm that can be seen growing in the United States. It was once considered a staple food and herbal remedy for the Seminole people. Now, it's known for promoting men's health.
Saw Palmetto berries, also known as Serenoa repens, are part of the Arecaceae family and are native to the Southeastern United States, particularly Florida. The plant looks like a short palm tree that spreads into a shrub-sized plant. The palm blooms with white flowers that lead to the formation of reddish-black berries.
With a distinctly sweet aroma and slightly bitter taste, saw palmetto powder can be brewed into tea.
Common Names
Sabal serulata, palmetto berry, American dwarf palm tree, cabbage palm
Saw palmetto may provide health benefits, including supporting prostate and urinary health and reducing male pattern baldness. It may have additional uses, though more research is needed.
Saw palmetto is a supplement made from the fruit of the Serenoa repens tree.
It’s often used to treat enlarged prostate, improve urinary function, and enhance hair growth. Some also use the supplement to boost libido and fertility and reduce inflammation. Finally, saw palmetto is claimed to have anticancer effects.
BENEFITS
May benefit prostate health and urinary function
May reduce male pattern baldness
May decrease inflammation