Bermuda grass (chendan)
Cynodon dactylon
Bermuda grass
chendan
Chiendent
Cynodon dactylon
Traditionally used
Wound healing, bleeding, urinary tract, diuretic, fever, skin inflammation
Prepared as
Fresh juice: crush handful of grass, extract juice, apply to wounds to stop bleeding and promote healing. Tea: boil handful in 2 cups water 10 minutes, drink half cup twice daily for fever and urinary complaints. Root decoction: boil small piece 15 minutes, drink for kidney stones and urinary gravel. Grass poultice applied to inflamed skin and minor wounds.
In three languages
Kreyòl — Geri blèsi yo, sispann san ki k ap koule, pwoblèm nan vèsi ak ren, fè pipi pi fasil, fè yo tonbe, enflamasyon nan po a
Français — Guérison des plaies, arrêter les saignements, troubles urinaires, diurétique, fièvre, inflammation de la peau
Safety
Safety notes for this plant are still being written. Until they are, treat it with a cautious hand.
Plants can look similar and be misidentified — always verify with a local herbalist or guide before use.
Kept alongside