Scientific classification
Name : Bouleau
Scientific name : Betula pendula
Kingdom : Plantae
Under reign: Tracheobionta
Division: Magnoliophyta
Class: Magnoliopsida
Order : Fagales
Family : Betulaceae
Gender : Betula
Habitat: It grows in Europe, Asia or even North America. In temperate climate, they can live up to 30-40 years. But further north, they can live up to 100 years.
Therapeutic effects
Organs involved: Liver and kidneys
Effects: Diuretic, disinfectant of the urinary tract, depurative,
choleretic, antioxidant.
Composition: Flavonoids, tannins, saponins
Indications : Urinary infections, cystitis, gout, rheumatism, in prevention of kidney stones, liver disorders.
Side effects: Allergies to birch -> do not take as a precaution.
Contra-indications: Pregnancy, young children.
Parts used: Dried leaves and bark.
Galenic forms: In the form of herbal tea, juice, capsules.
Posted in April 2023
Sources: creapharma / wikipedia
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