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Couch Grass

Diuretic and depurative

Updated

Overview

Diuretic and depurative

Latin name : Elymus repens

Phytotherapy Profile

Plant Part Used
Rhizome
Preparation Forms
decoction, extrait fluide, gelule
Active Compounds
triticine, inositol, mannitol, silice

Therapeutic Properties

  • Powerful diuretic
  • Blood depurative
  • Urinary soothing

Recommended Dosage

5-10g rhizome/day as decoction

Safety Profile

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