Couch grass
Elymus repens · Poaceae
Couch grass
Chiendent
Elymus repens
Poaceae
Traditionally used
Couch-grass root — a gentle, well-tolerated diuretic. A decoction is taken to flush the urinary tract and ease irritation of its lining, and as a mild spring cleanse; its mucilage soothes as it works.
In three languages
Français — Racine de chiendent — diurétique doux et bien toléré. La décoction se prend pour drainer les voies urinaires et apaiser l'irritation de leur muqueuse, et comme léger dépuratif de printemps; son mucilage adoucit.
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.
Sources & lineage
EMA (Graminis rhizoma); European phytotherapy
Kept alongside