Botanical Name: Arctostaphylos uva-ursi Common Names: bearberry, arberry, carillo, kinnikinnick, mountain box, barren myrtle, bear's whortleberry, hog crawberry, rapper dandies and bear's grape What parts of uva ursi fruit are used? Though bears, birds and other animals love the fruit, people only use the leaves for herbal or medicinal purposes. Does barren myrtle have a long history? Native Americans have been using the glossy leaves of this low-growing shrub medicinally since the second century. Generally Prepared: 1-2 tablespoons of the fruit with 8-10 ounces of water. Simmer for 10 minutes covered. Usually Prepared With: Uva Ursi fruit or berry is added with other berries such as Cranberries, Rose Hips and other fruit. Uva Ursi Fruit Preserve Recipe 2 quarts whole Uva Ursi berries, 3 ounces liquid pectin, Granulated Sugar, Sterilized jam jars. Wash the berries thoroughly and put in a medium-sized saucepan. Cook on medium heat, stirring constantly until tender, approximately 5 minutes. Strain in a strainer, then measure by cupfuls and return to the saucepan. Add an equal amount of sugar in cupfuls to the saucepan and mix well. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly, and add pectin. Continue stirring for one minute and remove from heat. Pour mixture into sterilized hot jelly jars and seal. Store in a cool, dark place and use as needed.