Buchu Betulina Leaf vs Uva Ursi

Fine-leafed buchu variety with highest diosphenol content; most valued form for urinary antiseptic properties.

Uva ursi is an evergreen shrub found in northern latitudes, long used by Native Americans and European herbalists for urinary tract conditions. Its primary active compound, arbutin, is converted to hydroquinone in alkaline urine, providing antiseptic action specifically in the urinary tract.

diosphenol, pulegone, isomenthone, limonene, flavonoids

Arbutin, Methylarbutin, Ursolic acid, Tannins, Gallic acid

Urinary tract antiseptic, Cape Malay traditional medicine, Kidney and bladder tonic, Digestive aid

Urinary tract antiseptic, Kidney stone remedy, Diuretic, Astringent, Wound healing

Urinary antiseptic, Diuretic, Anti-inflammatory, Antimicrobial

Urinary tract infections, Cystitis, Urethritis, Mild kidney inflammation

1-2g dried leaves 3x daily

400-800mg standardized extract (20% arbutin) 3 times daily for up to 1 week

Pregnancy contraindicated, Kidney disease caution

Kidney disease, Pregnancy, Children under 12, Liver disease, Long-term use (hydroquinone toxicity)

GI upset, Kidney irritation with overuse

Nausea, Green-brown urine discoloration, GI upset, Liver toxicity (chronic use), Allergic reactions