Balanites pedicellaris — tradition of Africa
Entry No. 470 · Africa
Balanites pedicellaris
Balanites pedicellaris
- Origin
- Africa
- Part used
- Root
- Tradition
- Traditional ethnobotany
A discreet shrub of the arid zones of Africa, Balanites pedicellaris belongs to a family of plants long known in the traditional pharmacopeia of the Sahel and the Horn of Africa. Its root, more than its other parts, has drawn the attention of local herbalists for its uses related to the body's resistance to infections. A plant that has remained outside the major trade circuits, but faithful to knowledge passed down from generation to generation.
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Traditional uses
Precautions
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What to know before use
Scientific data on the toxicity and safety of this species remain very limited; caution is advised.
The detailed notebook
Traditional dosage, step-by-step preparation, precautions, and known interactions.
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- Prepared as a paste or decoction
- Traditional duration of use
- Known contraindications
- Related species and their uses
Where to find it
Partner herbalists — available with the detailed notebook.
Sources
PFAF, Wikipedia
Content for historical and informational purposes — not a substitute for medical advice.
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