Poplar bud (Populus spp.) is primarily used in gemmotherapy for its action on the circulatory system, although its traditional uses also extend to the respiratory, skin, musculoskeletal, nervous and genitourinary systems.
Effects on the Cardiovascular System
In gemmotherapy, poplar bud is traditionally considered an arterial drainer. It is used for arteritis, including thrombotic forms, and is described as having tonic, anti-sclerotic, anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic properties on the arteries.
Its overall anticoagulant action is also traditionally associated with its anti-atheromatous properties. Alternated with Alder and Birch, it is used to support arterial circulation, particularly in adults with arteritis.
It is also mentioned in cases of hyperuricemia.
Anti-Inflammatory and Antioxidant Properties
Poplar bud mother macerate is described as having anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, along with antimicrobial properties reported in traditional uses.
Effects on the Respiratory System
The properties of poplar bud are often compared with those of propolis. It is traditionally used for tracheitis, particularly in children, as well as for chronic bronchitis.
Effects on the Skin
Poplar bud is traditionally used in gemmotherapy for certain trophic skin disorders.
Effects on the Musculoskeletal System
It is also traditionally used for gout-related conditions associated with degenerative rheumatic disorders.
Effects on the Nervous System
Poplar is described in gemmotherapy as having a regulatory action on the innervation of the sympathetic nervous system.
Effects on the Genitourinary System
In gemmotherapy, poplar bud is also traditionally used for recurrent cystitis and certain inflammatory disorders of the urinary tract.
