Family: Gramicea
The threads that lie between the corn cob and the outer leaves, known as cornsilk, are not only a good food for rabbits, cavies and chinchillas, they are also a valuable herbal remedy for the urinary tract.
The soft, brown, dried fibres can be used as rodent bedding.
Constituents: Saponins, sterols, polyphenols
Actions: Increases urine production, soothes internal body surfaces
