Herbarium of the Ancients — Detailed Record

Albizia coriaria

Read before use: the information below describes traditional and informational uses — it does not replace the advice of a healthcare professional. In case of doubt, pregnancy, breastfeeding, ongoing treatment or use in children, seek advice before use.

Enhanced precautions for this plant: Bark rich in tannins and active compounds whose safety profile has not been fully established by modern science: consultation with a healthcare professional or experienced traditional practitioner is recommended before any use. Use not advised in pregnant or breastfeeding women, due to insufficient safety data. Do not administer to young children without supervision by a qualified practitioner. Avoid prolonged use or high doses, as the bark is not intended for daily long-term use.

Decoction — Bark

Dried bark decoction

The dried and coarsely ground bark is simmered gently in water for about fifteen minutes, then filtered before consumption. This preparation, the most common in the East African tradition, should be prepared with moderation and under the advice of a knowledgeable practitioner. Dosage must be validated with a healthcare professional or recognized pharmacopoeia before use.

Powder — Bark

Dried bark powder

The dried bark is ground into fine powder, sometimes mixed with honey or lukewarm water according to local practices. This concentrated form requires great caution regarding quantities used. Dosage must be validated with a healthcare professional or recognized pharmacopoeia before use.

Where to find it

Obtaining the plant

This bark is found mainly through herbalist shops specializing in African plants or via traditional import channels; the tree itself grows wild in the wooded savannas of sub-Saharan Africa.

Harvest season

When to harvest it

The bark is traditionally harvested during the dry season, a period when the tree is considered richer in active principles by local healers.

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