Corn Silk ( Zea mays)
Silk-like fibers found on the ears of corn (maize), traditionally used in herbal medicine as a mild diuretic and soothing agent for the urinary tract.
Energetics::
Cooling
Sedate or slow down metabolism to decrease energy production while cooling or soothing irritation and redness
Slightly Drying
Slightly - Remove excess fluid from tissue, causing it to become more firm and dense, relieve conditions of dampness and sweling.
Drying
Remove excess fluid from tissue, causing it to become more firm and dense, relieve conditions of dampness and sweling.
Properties::
Demulcent (Mucilant)
Relieve inflammation or irritation of tissues: gastrointestinal and respiratory tracts. good for coughs or pain from breathing
Diuretic
Increase urine excretion
Soothing
Gently calming effect, reducing pain or discomfort
Antimicrobial
Stimulates positive cellular forces (white blood cells). destroys germs
Demulcent
Ailments::
No Ailments set
Parts::
No Parts Set
Associated with ::
Urinary