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ID 954
Crop ID Kenanga
Part Seed
Use Category Medicinal
Notes The seed has been used externally to cure intermittent fever
Metadata ID 2,151
ID 955
Crop ID Mediterranean Amaranth
Part Leaf
Use Category Medicinal
Notes The leaves are chewed and the liquid swallowed to treat tonsillitis. In Sen... more
The leaves are chewed and the liquid swallowed to treat tonsillitis. In Senegal, the leaves are used as an anthelmintic.
Metadata ID 2,063
ID 956
Crop ID Bulbous Ceropegia
Part Tuber
Use Category Medicinal
Notes The tubers are considered to be digestive and tonic
Metadata ID 2,341
ID 957
Crop ID Khip
Part Seed
Use Category Medicinal
Notes A macerate of the seeds is used as an eye-lotion
Metadata ID 2,343
ID 958
Crop ID Pentatropis nivalis
Part Root
Use Category Medicinal
Notes A decoction of the dried roots is taken as a purgative, astringent and cool... more
A decoction of the dried roots is taken as a purgative, astringent and cooling tonic, and also to treat venereal diseases.
Metadata ID 2,344
ID 959
Crop ID Periploca aphylla
Part Leaf
Use Category Medicinal
Notes Crushed leaves, together with several other plants, are applied to snakebit... more
Crushed leaves, together with several other plants, are applied to snakebites. A leaf decoction is drunk to treat diarrhoea, intestinal worms and insanity.
Metadata ID 2,345
ID 960
Crop ID Periploca aphylla
Part Root
Use Category Medicinal
Notes A root bark infusion or decoction is drunk or applied as enema to treat tap... more
A root bark infusion or decoction is drunk or applied as enema to treat tapeworm and other intestinal worms. It is also taken to treat stomach-ache. Roots cooked in soup are eaten to treat fever, malaria, chest complaints, including cough and pneumonia, female infertility and venereal diseases. The juice of the roots in banana beer is taken to treat rectal prolapse. Root powder and latex is externally applied to haemorrhoids.
Metadata ID 2,345
ID 961
Crop ID Caustic-creeper
Part Stem
Use Category Medicinal
Notes A decoction of the stems and the latex is also given to cows as a galactogo... more
A decoction of the stems and the latex is also given to cows as a galactogogue. An infusion of the stems is given to dogs to expel worms and to chickens to treat gastro-intestinal problems
Metadata ID 2,342
ID 962
Crop ID Wild Leek
Part Bulb
Use Category Medicinal
Notes The bulb is said to be anthelmintic, antiasthmatic, anticholesterolemic, an... more
The bulb is said to be anthelmintic, antiasthmatic, anticholesterolemic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, cholagogue, diaphoretic, diuretic, expectorant, febrifuge, stimulant, stomachic, tonic, vasodilator.
Metadata ID 2,094
ID 963
Crop ID Branching Onion
Part Whole
Use Category Medicinal
Notes It is used to improve the functioning of internal organs and the metabolism... more
It is used to improve the functioning of internal organs and the metabolism, for the prevention of cardiovascular disorders, and to prolong life. It is further reported to improve eyesight, and to enhance recovery from common colds, headaches, wounds and festering sores.
Metadata ID 2,077
ID 964
Crop ID Devil's Tree
Part Bark
Use Category Medicinal
Notes The bark is a bitter, astringent, alterative herb that lowers fevers, relax... more
The bark is a bitter, astringent, alterative herb that lowers fevers, relaxes spasms, stimulates lactation and expels intestinal worms
Metadata ID 2,298
ID 965
Crop ID Devil's Tree
Part Leaf
Use Category Medicinal
Notes A poultice made from the leaves has been reported as a good remedy against ... more
A poultice made from the leaves has been reported as a good remedy against skin diseases
Metadata ID 2,298
ID 966
Crop ID Purple Amaranth
Part Whole
Use Category Medicinal
Notes Vegetable amaranths are recommended as a good food with medicinal propertie... more
Vegetable amaranths are recommended as a good food with medicinal properties for young children, lactating mothers and for patients with constipation, fever, haemorrhage, anaemia or kidney complaints.
Metadata ID 2,038
ID 967
Crop ID Amaranth
Part Leaf
Use Category Medicinal
Notes The bruised leaves are considered a good emollient and applied externally i... more
The bruised leaves are considered a good emollient and applied externally in cases of eczema, burns, wounds, boils, earache and haemorroids.
Metadata ID 2,023
ID 968
Crop ID Wild Celery
Part Whole
Use Category Medicinal
Notes Wild celery has a long history of medicinal and food use. it is an aromatic... more
Wild celery has a long history of medicinal and food use. it is an aromatic bitter tonic herb that reduces blood pressure, relieves indigestion, stimulates the uterus and is anti-inflammatory
Metadata ID 2,219
ID 969
Crop ID Wild Celery
Part Seed
Use Category Medicinal
Notes An essential oil obtained from the plant has a calming effect on the centra... more
An essential oil obtained from the plant has a calming effect on the central nervous system. Some of its constituents have antispasmodic, sedative and anticonvulsant actions. It has been shown to be of value in treating high blood pressure
Metadata ID 2,219
ID 970
Crop ID Asystasia
Part Root
Use Category Medicinal
Notes Used in treating stomach-ache and snakebite.
Metadata ID 1,977
ID 971
Crop ID Asystasia
Part Leaf
Use Category Medicinal
Notes Used as analgesic and to treat epilepsy and urethral discharge.Used to trea... more
Used as analgesic and to treat epilepsy and urethral discharge.Used to treat asthma as well.
Metadata ID 1,977
ID 972
Crop ID Asystasia
Part Flower
Use Category Medicinal
Notes Used as an intestinal astringent.
Metadata ID 1,977
ID 973
Crop ID Madagascar Periwinkle
Part Root
Use Category Medicinal
Notes The dried root is an industrial source of ajmalicine, which increases the b... more
The dried root is an industrial source of ajmalicine, which increases the blood flow in the brain and peripheral parts of the body. Preparations of ajmalicine are used to treat the psychological and behavioural problems of senility, sensory problems (dizziness, tinnitus), cranial traumas and their neurological complications
Metadata ID 2,340

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