Classification
Botanical Name: Zea mays
Plant Family: Graminaceae
Common Name: Corn, Corn Silk, Maishaare, Maize, Maize Tassel
Uses of Corn Silk
- Gonorrhea
- Gout
- Kidney stones
- Rheumatism
- Renal colic
- Obesity
- Urinary disorder
- Sores
Health Benefits of Corn Silk
- The plant is to treat conditions including inflammation of the bladder and painful urination.
- Cornsilk is rich in vitamin k making it useful in controlling bleeding during childbirth.
- Cornsilk is used as a kidney remedy and in the regulation of fluids, the herb is believed to be helpful in treating high blood pressure and water retention.
- Drinking cornsilk tea is a remedy to help children stop wetting their beds, a condition known as enuresis.
Parts Used
Silk
Dose
Tea- 2 to 4gm
Preparations
Tea
