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Description

Buchu formally known for for their fragrance and medicinal use.

Agathosma betulina is a flowering plant in the family Rutaceae, native to the lower elevation mountains of western South Africa, where it occurs near streams in fynbos habitats.

Two species of Agathosma endemic to the Western Cape mountains of South Africa and colloquially referred to as Buchu are cultivated on a commercial basis for their essential oils, Agathosma betulina and Agathosma crenulata. The leaves of Agathosma betulina have traditionally been used as an herbal remedy for ailments of the gastrointestinal and urinary tracts as it has diuretic and antiseptic properties due to various phenolic compounds.

Plant Specifications

*above specification are indicative only. actual dimensions may vary by +-10%
Common Name Agathosma betulina,Buchu, Boegoe, Bucco, Bookoo and Diosma
Maximum Reachable Height 2 m
Flower Colour white
Bloom Time feb. to april
Difficulty Level easy to grow

Planting and care

Place plants in full sun in average, well-drained soil. Drainage is important; don t place where roots will sit in water. Leaves develop best flavor in full sun.

Buchu care

Growing plants can be inexpensive, particularly when growing them from seed. Seeds of plants flowers should usually be sown directly into the sunny flower bed, as developing roots do not like to be disturbed.

Sunlight Full Sun to Partial Shade
Watering Medium
Soil well-drained soil
Temperature between 6C and 17C
Fertilizer Apply any organic fertilizer

Buchu special feature

Historically, buchu has been used to treat inflammation, and kidney and urinary tract infections; as a diuretic and as a stomach tonic. Other uses include carminative action and treatment of cystitis, urethritis, prostatitis, and gout. It also has been used for leukorrhea and yeast infections.

Buchu uses

Ornamental Use:

  • The plant is used for ornamental purpose

Medicinal Use:

  • Buchu remains a popular ingredient in over-the-counter herbal diuretic preparations
  • Historically, buchu has been used to treat inflammation, and kidney and urinary tract infections; as a diuretic and as a stomach tonic
  • Other uses include carminative action and treatment of cystitis, urethritis, prostatitis, and gout

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is another name for a Buchu ?

Buchu is commonly known as Agathosma betulina,Buchu, Boegoe, Bucco, Bookoo and Diosma

How tall do Buchu grow?

On average Buchu grows 2 m

What color are Buchu ?

A Buchu plant bears flowers of color white

When Buchu blooms?

With enough light, Buchu may produce white flowers in feb. to april

How hard is Buchu to grow?

A Buchu is easy to grow

How much sunlight does a Buchu need?

A Buchu prefers Full Sun to Partial Shade

How much water does a Buchu need?

A Buchu prefers watering Medium

What kind of soil does a Buchu need?

A Buchu prefers well-drained soil

What temperature does a Buchu like?

A Buchu prefers between 6C and 17C

How often should I fertilize my Buchu ?

To encourage Buchu growth, Apply any organic fertilizer

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