Buchu (Agathosma betulina)

Buchu is a flowering shrub native to South Africa.

Used for centuries to treat urinary tract infections, it is recognisable by its oily-looking leaves and small, star-shaped flowers.

It possesses antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, diuretic and antioxidant properties and may also alleviate the symptoms of stomach ache, rheumatism, coughs and colds.

Due to its clinical effectiveness, it is now recognised by the pharmaceutical industry.

Part used

Leaf

Energetics

Bitter, pungent, warm, dry.

Actions

Diuretic, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antiseptic, laxative

Indications

Urinary tract infections, cystitis, urethritis, prostatitis.

References

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/9924759/

https://www.intechopen.com/chapters/45834

Related products 

This herb is used in our Buchu Tea