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Corn Silk

Gentle diuretic

Updated

Overview

Gentle diuretic

Latin name : Zea mays

Phytotherapy Profile

Plant Part Used
Stigmates (styles)
Preparation Forms
tisane, extrait fluide, gelule
Active Compounds
maysin, allantoine, potassium

Therapeutic Properties

  • Diuretic
  • Anti-inflammatory
  • Soothing

Recommended Dosage

3-5g stigmas as tea 3-4x/day

Safety Profile

  • Pregnancy : ✓ Compatible
  • Breastfeeding : ✓ Compatible
  • Children : ✓ Compatible