🍃Agathosma betulina
Buchu
Agathosma betulina
A Khoisan medicinal shrub from South Africa's Cederberg, with a sharp, blackcurrant-like aroma.
Traditional use
Brewed as a tea for urinary discomfort, bladder support, and mild fluid retention.
How to prepare
1 tsp dried buchu leaves per cup, just-boiled water, steep 10 minutes. Drink 1–2 times daily for short periods.
Safety notes
Avoid in pregnancy, breastfeeding, and with kidney disease. Don't use for more than a couple weeks at a time.
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