June 12, 2010
Buchu leaf, powder
Scientific
Name: Barosma betulina (and Agathosma b.)
Rutaceae
Common Names:
Buchu
Part used: Leaf
Active
Properties: Aromatic stimulant and tonic, dyspeptic, cutaneous,
and rheumatic.
Active compounds: Buchu leaves contain
volatile oil, gum, extractive, chlorophyll, resin, lignin, etc. Buchu
contains diosphenol: stearopten and some amount of salicylic acid. The
burned leaf is high in manganese. The diosphenol obtained is an
oxycamphor. The leaves contain dioscampho and diosmin, lipids,
terpineol, bioflavonoids, and the flavonoids: Diosmin, Quercitin,
Rutin.
Dosage:
Dose of the powder, from 20 to 30 grains, 2 or 3 times a
day; of the infusion, 2 to 4 fluid ounces, 3 or 4 times a day.
Externally:
A paste of the leaves can be applied to the skin as
decoration. The leaves are combined with oil and used as perfume.
Buchu Leaf Information
Buchu leaf, Latin name Agathosma betulina, was originally
used widely in Europe and Africa as a remedy for the treatment of many
afflictions. It is a small shrub that is native to South Africa, where
its peppermint-like flavor is added to brandies and wines.
Buchu Leaf Benefits
Buchu leaf is an effective remedy for many ailments. It
has been
shown to be an effective diuretic, as well as an anti-inflammatory and
antimicrobial. These medicinal properties make Buchu leaf effective for
many problems, including kidney infections, urinary tract infection and
bladder disorders. It is an ingredient in many over-the-counter
diuretics used for premenstrual bloating.
Buchu leaf has also been shown to benefit coughs and colds. It
helps to relieve nausea and gas, and is beneficial for incontinence
related to prostate abnormalities.
Buchu Leaf Diuretic
Buchu leaf is contained in many weight loss formulations
and PMS medications because of it diuretic effect on the body. It helps to eliminate
excess water weight and reduce bloating and swelling. Buchu leaf
is very effective
for cleansing the bladder and urinary tract of toxins and aids in
weight loss.
Has Been Used For:
Has been used for the early stages of
diabetes.
Has been used for urinary tract
infections (often combined with couchgrass and yarrow, also
Uva-ursi), prostatitis, cystitis,
urethritis, pyelitis, spermatorrhea, dysuria, urine rentention, cancer,
digestive problems, skin problems, gout, rheumatism,
coughs, colds (often combined with Althea officinalis), chronic bronchitis,
gravel, irritation and congestion of the bladder, dropsy, leukorrhea,
gallstones, kidney problems, yeast infection, and bloat. Often
included in herbal diet pills because of its ability to reduce bloating
and excess water (doesn't do a thing for your real weight problem
though, since this herb also stimulates appetite!)
Has been combined with
Marshmallow leaf and/or Corn Silk for burning during urination. Has also
been used for bed wetting
Aromatic, antiseptic,
carminative, diuretic, tonic, diaphoretic (taken as hot tea); stimulates
and cleanses the urinary system, helps to eliminate uric acid; affects
bladder, stomach, and lungs. Causes a sensation of heat in the stomach
which spreads out, increasing pulse, stimulating appetite, and
increasing urine output.
Has been prepared in vinegar
and used as a lotion for bruises and sprains.
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