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Noun
/ˈbilˌberē/,
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bilberries, plural;
  1. A hardy dwarf shrub closely related to the blueberry, with red drooping flowers and dark blue edible berries

  2. The small blue edible berry of this plant

  1. erect European blueberry having solitary flowers and blue-black berries
  2. blue-black berries similar to American blueberries
  3. Bilberry is any of several species of low-growing shrubs in the genus Vaccinium (family Ericaceae), bearing edible berries. The species most often referred to is Vaccinium myrtillus L., but there are several other closely related species.
  4. Vaccinium myrtillus, the wild European blueberry of the cowberry family; The shrub of the above-mentioned plant
  5. (Bilberries) A delicacy when in season. Like heather, also useful for grip when growing on wet rock.
  6. is an antiseptic and astringent. It enhances eye health, and prevents macular degeneration. It is used successfully as a mouthwash, for treating diarrhea, and for reducing varicose veins. It also strengthens connective tissue. Its use can interfere with iron absorption.
  7. European berry shrub that is related to the blueberry, huckleberry, and bearberry plants that grow in the United States. Bilberry is most famous for its long use as a medicine for eye and vision problems. It is an ingredient in Melaleuca's NutraView®.
  8. Another common name for some low ericaceous shrubs of the genus Vaccinium.
  9. Bilberry, a variation on the blueberry, is a valuable remedy for fighting eyes disease (such as macular degeneration). Bilberry enhances vision and adaptation to the dark, and improves capillary circulation - which is important for the retina.
  10. Has anti-inflammatory and soothing effect; it nourishes the skin due to the high content of vitamins. Bilberry fruit active components act as antioxidants that reduce the action of free radicals, and prevent damage of phospholipids cell membrane. (Ionic Eye Gel)
  11. (Vaccinium myrtillus) is the world's most famous herb for supporting healthy vision. World War II fighter pilots are said to have been given Bilberry jam prior to flying in low-light conditions.  A natural pigment in Bilberry Leaf contains potent, eye-friendly antioxidants called anthocyanidins. ...
  12. A European version of blueberry Bilberry extract is rich in purple/blue pigments having numerous benefits for the eyes and cardiovascular system. In Europe, bilberry extract is used as an antioxidant. ...
  13. These berries grown on a perennial shrub, reddish purple in color and native to Northern Europe and North America. They are high in substances called flavonoids, which are found in many fruits and vegetables. Flavonoids are a large group of phytonutrients that are defined by color. ...