Buchu
Agathosma is a genus of about 140 species of flowering plants in the family Rutaceae, native to the southern part of Africa. Common names include buchu, boegoe, bucco, bookoo and diosma.

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Scientific Name:  Barosma betulina
Parts Used:  Leaves

Cautions:  
  • Can irritate the stomach, kidneys, liver and increase menstrual flow if taken in large doses.
  • Avoid if pregnant.
  • Can slow blood clotting, so avoid if you have a bleeding disorder or are on drugs to slow clotting.
  • Avoid at least 2 weeks prior to having surgery.
  • Talk with your doctor if taking lithium, it may affect your prescribed dosage.
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Healing Properties
  • Used to treat urinary issues such as painful urination, UTIs, infections, cystisis, prostatitis and urethritis.
  • Also good for digestive issues, high blood pressure, fever, STDs, arthritis, gout, lupus, colds, ulcers, IBS, menopause and fibromyalgia
  • Can be used externally as an insect repellent, deodorant and ointment for skin infections.

How to Use: 
Herbs are wonderfully versatile and may be used in multiple ways (see list below).  However, some methods are better suited to certain herbs than others. Check the HEALING section to see which preparations are recommended for specific uses and conditions.
Grow/Harvest Yourself: 
  • Not recommended, very hard to grow both outdoors and indoors. 
*I am not a doctor.  The information on this platform is not a claim to treat, cure, prevent or diagnose any illness.  These remedies are intended to aid the healing process within your body (in correlation with existing traditional treatments).  Please talk to your family doctor before trying any natural remedies (especially if you are pregnant, nursing, or on prescription medication).  
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