Buchu oil has a strong blackcurrant smell.

It is extracted from leaves by steam distillation.

diosphenol, limonene, methone and pulegone.

antiseptic, carminative, diuretic, insecticide and tonic.

1. Buchu leaves are used to ward off insects.
2. It is used as an antiseptic.
3. Buchu leaves can help with urinary tract infections.
4. digestive problems
5. gout
6. rheumatism
7. coughs and colds
8. Buchu leaves are also steeped in brandy to produce a medicinal brandy used for a variety of ailments.
9. Buchu oil can be used for bruises and sprains.

• Buchu oil should not be used during pregnancy.

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