Information on Buchu
| Latin Name |
| Barosma betulina |
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| Herb Forms |
| Tinctures, capsules, bulk herb. |
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| Dosages |
Infusion: 1/2-1 cup 3-4 x daily
Tincture: 2 droppersful 3 x daily |
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| Cautions |
Avoid during pregnancy, as it
contains pulegone, an essential oil component also found in pennyroyal. Also contraindicated in conditions involving kidney inflammation. |
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| Botanical Information |
| A low-growing shrub in the citrus family with pleasantly-aromatic leaves that are finely-toothed at the margin. |
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| Description |
Buchu leaves primarily benefit the urinary system, acting as a mild cleansing stimulant, stimulating tonic, and disinfectant and are used for irritated or weak bladder, bladder infections, incontinence, and bedwetting. Buchu assists in removing mucus from the kidneys and bladder and may be useful for prostate irritation with difficult urination in combination with saw palmetto or other herbs.
Buchu has a taste of PUNGENT, AROMATIC and a temperature of WARM. |
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| References |
| Newall, C. et al.. 1996. Herbal Medicines: A Guide for Health-care Professionals. London: The Pharmaceutical Press.
Leung, A. and S. Foster. 1996. Encyclopedia of Common Natural Ingredients. New York: J. Wiley & Sons.
McGuffin, M. et al. 1997. Botanical Safety Handbook. Boca Raton: CRC Press.
Felter, H.W. and J.U. Lloyd. 1983. (1898). King's Dispensatory. Portland, OR: Eclectic Medical Publications.
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Ailments treated by Buchu
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