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| Description: Buchu is an evergreen, multi-stemmed, aromatic, perennial re-sprouting woody shrub that normally grows about 2 m (6 ft. 7 in) tall. The plant is particularly adapted to dry conditions and can be found on sunny hillsides, on damp lower and middle slopes as well as valley. The herb is grown from cuttings in late summer and requires a lime-free, moisture-retentive but well-drained soil in a sunny position. Some plant species are well adapted to grow at either more acidic or more alkaline pH ranges. Branches are many, stiff and angular with smooth, red-brown to violet-brown barks. Twigs are covered with immersed oil-glands. Buchu plant is taken as a stimulant, a diuretic, and to relieve digestive complaints. In Western herbal medicine, it is appreciated as a urinary antiseptic and diuretic, and is used specifically to treat cystitis and other infections of the urinary tract. Buchu has a strongly distinctive aroma and taste, reminiscent of black currant, but is described by some as a mixture between rosemary and peppermint. It is grown commercially and used to enhance the blackcurrant flavor of cassis. The essential oil is not only used for medicinal purposes, but also as a flavor fixative in the food industry. The high commercial value of the product has led to the domestication and commercial cultivation of the species. Leaves Leaves are alternate to opposite, 14-25 mm long and 6- 14 mm wide, broadly elliptic to nearly round (average length: breadth ratio 1.95), with rounded and recurved apex; glabrous with prominent main and subsidiary veins on abaxial surface; gland dotted on underside; margin serrate with an oil gland at the base of each serration. Leaves have a strongly aromatic taste and a peppermint-like odor. The leaves are harvested when the plant is flowering or fruiting in summer. They are covered in oil glands that give them an oily, wet appearance. Flowers & Fruits Star shaped flowers are produced in terminal clusters about 0.7-2 cm diameter with five white, pink, red or purple petals. Flowering normally takes place from June till November. Fertile flowers are followed by five-parted brownish capsule which splits open to release the seeds. Health Benefits: 1. Modern urinary treatment Broadly speaking, buchu is used today in Western herbal medicine for the same type of urinary complaints as in the 19th century. It is commonly prescribed for urinary tract infections, often proving effective in curing acute cystitis when combined with other herbs such as corn silk and juniper. Taken regularly, it can help to prevent recurrent attacks of chronic cystitis or urethritis. It is also taken for prostatitis and irritable bladder, often in combination with herbs such as uva-ursi and corn silk. The key active constituent, diosphenol, has a diuretic action and may partly account for the herb's antiseptic effect on the urinary system. 2. Water Retention Buchu relieves the symptoms of water retention and acts as a detoxifying agent that releases built up toxins in the body that could result from water retention. Buchu helps to dissolve and flush out uric acid crystals from the body, which make it effective in conditions such as gout, which is caused by a build-up of uric acid in the body. Similarly, it is essential to keep the body hydrated by drinking plenty of water if you are using Buchu to naturally treat this condition. 3. Kidney Health Buchu is quite helpful in increasing the flow of water through the kidneys which helps to detox these important organs. Similarly its anti-inflammatory effects also aid the flow of water whilst the antiseptic qualities of Buchu help to disinfect the kidneys to prevent infection. These benefits are passed onto the bladder and the urinary tract for complete urinary health. 4. Blood Circulation Buchu leaves is considered as a good source of bio-flavonoid known as rutin. Rutin has long been used to help smooth circulation, it can also help to strengthen and increase flexibility in blood vessels such as arteries and capillaries. Strengthened blood vessels can improve overall health, whilst helping to ease other related disorders like spider veins, varicose veins and also bruising easily. 5. Painful Joints/Rheumatic Disease Arthritis and other rheumatic diseases are a family of disorders that causes inflammation in the joints and pain in the neighboring structures. Arthritis is a severe auto-immune disease or joint disorder which includes one or more of the bone joints being inflamed. (+) Quercetin, a naturally occurring antioxidant in Buchu, has confirmed to be highly efficacious in helping the relief of arthritis pain as it has verified notable anti-inflammatory properties. 6. Management of diabetes Buchu herb helps to control glucose and increased insuli-n secretion and thus assists in lowering blood-sugar levels and managing diabetes. 7. Gynecological benefits Buchu infusion or tincture is useful in treatments for cystitis and urethritis, especially when they are related to a pre-existing Candida problem, such as yeast infections. The infusion is usually preferable to the tincture, particularly when the onset of infection is sudden. The infusion is also used as a douche for leucorrhea (white vaginal discharge) and occasionally for yeast infections. The herb is a uterine stimulant and contains pulegone, which is also present in large quantities in pennyroyal. Pulegone is an abortifacient and a powerful emmenogogue (stimulates menstrual flow). 8. Dry Skin or Eczema Eczema is one of the recurring, non-infectious, inflammatory skin condition described by itchy, dry, inflamed, flaky and reddened skin. Wide scientific research has confirmed that formulated organic Buchu oil, which has potent anti-inflammatory, anti-fungal and antibacterial properties, assists in the effective management of eczema in addition to bringing immediate relief to the inflammation and itchiness symptomatic of eczema. 9. Bladder Health Buchu is a natural anti-inflammatory and antiseptic herb beneficial for treating UTI's. Diosphenol, found on the leaves are responsible for the diuretic and antiseptic qualities of the herb. This makes it particularly effective for inflammation of the urinary tract, working to get rid of conditions including urethritis, cystitis as well as irritation of the bladder. Apart from that Buchu also softens inflamed mucous membranes in the urinary tract, which helps to avoid the vicious circle of "cystitis - antibiotics - cystitis" that frequently disturbs sufferers of this debilitating condition. The diuretic properties of Buchu also assist in flushing out harmful toxins from the body. 10. Digestive Health Due to its anti-spasmodic properties buchu help to relieve nausea, indigestion and flatulence. It has a cleansing effect on the digestive tract which can prevent harmful bacteria from outnumbering the good bacteria. It is suggested that Buchu Leaf is used cautiously to promote digestive health as its strong disinfectant properties can also eradicate the good bacteria (probiotics) that are essential for complete gut health. 11. Colds and Flu Common cold, including chest and head cold, and seasonal flu are caused by viruses. While flu symptoms are comparable to that of cold symptoms, they include fever, headache and muscle soreness. Supplementing with a natural anti-inflammatory such as Buchu, can assist in the prevention of inflammation which is responsible for worsening the degree of one's illness significantly. Buchu is also a source of Vitamin A, a perfect vitamin in the protector against viral infections such as cold and flu. |
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