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buchu (bōōˑ·chōō), n Latin names: Barosma betulina, Barosma serratifolia, Barosma crenulata; part used: leaves; uses: antiseptic, diuretic, common cold, upset stomachs, urinary tract infections, gout, rheumatism, yeast infections, leukorrhea; precautions: pregnancy, lactation, children, patients with liver or kidney trouble; can cause spontaneous abortion, nephritis, increased menstruation, nausea, anorexia, hepatotoxicity, and diarrhea. Also called Agathosma, betuline, or bucco. buchu dried leaves of several Barosma spp. plants; contains disophenol, diosmin. A weak diuretic and urinary antiseptic. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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The leaves are combined with such herbs as juniper, buchu, goldenrod, yarrow, and uva ursi to produce a mixture with mild diuretic properties. |
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