Buchu Leaf

Botanical: Barosma serratifolia (also known as Agathosma serratifolia)

Family: Rutaceae (rue)

Other common names: Bucco, Diosma, Bookoo, Bucku

Buchu Leaf is an antibacterial that soothes and strengthens the urinary system.   It is used in cases of incontinence associated with prostate problems and also aids in the elimination of debris, mucus and uric acid from the kidneys. 

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History and Uses:
Buchu Leaf is a low shrub that is native to the Cape Region of South Africa, where the leaves are harvested, and an essential oil obtained by steam distillation and used in herbal medicine. The word Buchu comes to us from the Hottentot word for the plant, bookoo. The principal constituents of Buchu Leaf are volatile oil and mucilage, but it also contains diosphenol, which has known antiseptic properties, and is considered by some to be the most important constituent of the herb. The Cape government of South Africa exercises strict control over the gathering of Buchu Leaves and has lately made the terms and conditions more stringent, in order to prevent the wholesale destruction of the wild plants, with no person being permitted to pick or buy Buchu without a license.  Cultivation experiments with Buchu have been made from time to time by private persons, and during World War I experiments were conducted at the National Botanic Gardens, Kirstenbosch (near Cape Town), the result of which (first given in the South African Journal of Industries, 1919) indicated that, under suitable conditions, the commercial cultivation of Buchu should prove a success.  The plant is particularly adapted to dry conditions and may be cultivated on sunny hillsides where other crops will not succeed.  Buchu may be used for any infection of the genito-urinary system, such as cystitis, urethritis and prostatitis.  Its healing and soothing properties indicate its use.

Recommended Dosage:
Take two (2) Capsules, one (1) time each day with water at mealtime.

Contraindications:
Buchu is not recommended for pregnant or nursing women.  Those with kidney infections should not use Buchu without consulting a physician. This product should be taken only with meals.

Capsule Information:
Our Buchu Leaf supplements are encapsulated in 100% Gluten-free, Vegetable Cellulose, Certified Kosher, size "00" Capsules. (click here for size comparison) Each capsule contains approximately 600 mgs.