Epigaea repens

Epigaea repens
Family:Epigaea repens; Astringent; Diuretic; Tonic.
Common name:Mayflower
Mayflower is rarely used medicinally even in folk medicine though it is a strong urinary antiseptic and is one of the most effective remedies for cystitis urethritis prostatitis bladder stones and particularly acute catarrhal cystitis. The leaves are astringent diuretic and tonic. An infusion is made from the dried leaves or a tincture from the fresh leaves. A tea made from the leaves is used in the treatment of kidney disorders stomach aches bladder disorders etc. It is of special value when the urine contains blood or pus. Use with caution the plant contains arbutin and although this is an effective urinary disinfectant it hydrolyzes to hydroquinone which is toxic. The leaves can be used fresh or can be harvested in the summer and dried for later use.

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