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Home  Blog Eight things to know about Buchu
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Eight things to know about Buchu |
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- Found only in the
Western Cape of southern Africa, two
varieties are available - Crenulata and the more commonly used Betulina.
- The leaves are traditionally chewed to relieve stomach complaints.
- Buchu is commonly used as a natural treatment for urinary infections and ailments around the urinary area including the bladder, kidneys and prostate. It also functions as a natural diuretic.
- The leaves are mixed with oil
to create a perfume.
- Buchu is used in the food industry as a flavour enhancer.
- Buchu oil has a black current
like flavor and smell and the essential oil can function as a soothing anti septic
- Difficult to cultivate and
required specialized knowledge
- Buchu is available in capsules,essenial oils, tinctures as a herbal tea
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