Zea mays
Key actions
Anti-inflammatoryAntioxidantDemulcent (soothing mucilage)Diuretic
Traditional & clinical uses, by strength of evidence
- Arthritis / joint painTraditional
- CoughTraditional
- Infection (general)Traditional
- Inflammation (general)Traditional
- Kidney supportTraditional
- Skin irritationTraditional
- Sore throatTraditional
- Swelling / fluid retentionTraditional
- Urinary supportTraditional
- Urinary tract infection (UTI)Traditional
Selected studies & references
ReviewAn Umbrella Insight into the Phytochemistry Features and Biological Activities of Corn Silk: A Narrative Review (2024)
PreclinicalAcidic polysaccharide from corn silk: Structural & conformational properties and hepatoprotective activity (2023)
PreclinicalDiterpenoid and phenolic constituents from corn silk (Zea mays) with PTP1B inhibitory activity (2023)
PreclinicalCorn Silk (Zea mays) Induced Apoptosis in Human Breast Cancer (MCF-7) Cells via the ROS-Mediated Mitochondrial Pathway (2019)
All 13 studies in the Knowledge Finder →
Educational use only. This profile summarises traditional and scientific sources for reference. It is not medical advice and not a substitute for a qualified practitioner. Some plants carry safety cautions and drug interactions — always check before use.