Corn Silk
Botanical Name:
Zea Mays
Other Names:
Common uses of
Corn Silk
Gall stones, Gall-bladder, Inflammation, Kidney health, Kidney infections, Kidney stones, Oedema, Prostatitis, Urinary tract infections,
Actions of
Corn Silk
Demulcent, Diuretic, Kidney tonic, Urinary antiseptic,
Preparation
About
Corn Silk
Cornsilk is the soft hair between the corncob and the outer sheath. This herb is useful in any kind of urinary irritation or disorder, as it both soothes and tones the urinary tract at the same time. It can be used to treat cystitis, urethritis, prostatitis and oedema.
Although gentle enough to use for kidney problems in children, cornsilk will also often have success with kidney stones when nothing else will work. For infections of the urinary tract, cornsilk is best combined with uva ursi.
1-2 tsp/cup. Steep covered 10 minutes.Drink 3 times daily. Sweeten if desired
Cautions
None known, considered safe.
Sources
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Michael Tierra (1998),Planetary Herbology, p.124;David Hoffman (1995),The New Holistic Herbal, p.193.