Prelude Medicinal Plants Database
Search | Practical Guide | Authors | DisclaimerSymptom : H(196)
Description :
scurvy, scorbutic
39 plants found in 24 reference(s) :
Acacia nilotica (L.) Willd. ex Delile :
1 reference(s)
Official name :
Acacia nilotica (L.) Willd. ex Delile
Family :
Fabaceae
Synonyms :
Acacia scorpioides (L.) W.F. Wight
Reference HH 21
Author(s) :
Ould Mohamed vall Hmeyada, A.
Title :
Contribution to study of the medicinal plants of Mauritania
Ann. Univ. Lomé (Togo), 2009, série Sciences, Tome XVII : 9-27
Symptoms :
H(005), H(008), H(051), H(091), H(094), H(100), H(113), H(171), H(196)
Recipes :
H(005) edema, H(008) dysentery, H(051) fever, H(091) anemia, H(094) hemorrhoid, H(100) syphilis, H(113) articular pain, H(171) diabetes, H(196) scurvy, symptoms treated by Acacia nilotica, ONS., RNS.
Region :
West Africa
Country :
Mauritania
Vernacular name :
not registered by the author
Albizia gummifera (J.F.Gmel.) C.A.Sm. :
1 reference(s)
Official name :
Albizia gummifera (J.F.Gmel.) C.A.Sm.
Family :
Fabaceae
Reference HS 02
Author(s) :
Sillans, R.
Title :
République centrafricaine (1953).
From the data bank PHARMEL 2 (ref. HP 10)
Symptoms :
H(196)
Recipes :
H(196), barks of stem, twig, trunk of Albizia gummifera, to scrape, juice, friction, local application
Region :
Central Africa
Country :
Central African Republic
Vernacular name :
not registered
Allium cepa L. :
2 reference(s)
Official name :
Allium cepa L.
Family :
Alliaceae
Reference B5 Nord
Author(s) :
Boulos, L.
Title :
Medicinal plants of North Africa.
Reference Publications, Inc., 218 St. Clair River Drive, Box 344, Algonac, Michigan 48001, 286p. , (1983)
Symptoms :
H(001), H(004), H(007), H(045), H(104), H(171), H(196)
Recipes :
H(007), H(045), H(171), H(196), bulbs are diuretique hypoglycemic, antiscorbutic, antidiabetic, bacteriostatic, antibiotic, intestinal disinfectant in homeopathy
H(001), Dry powder of the onion mixed with honey is locally applied to eyes for protection against cataract; H(004), salt and wine are added to the mixture, it becomes effective against dog bites.
H(001), Dry powder of the onion mixed with honey is locally applied to eyes for protection against cataract; H(004), salt and wine are added to the mixture, it becomes effective against dog bites.
Region :
North Africa
Country :
Algeria, Egypt, Libya, Morocoo, Tunisia
Vernacular name :
bassal, besla (Arabic), zalim, baslim, lebsal, tibsal (Berber), azlim (Azalim), onion, (English), oignon (local French)
Reference HS 25
Author(s) :
Shauri, N.E.N.
Title :
Experience on the use of Tanzanian medicinal plants for the last decade (1979-1989)
in :Traditional Medicinal Plants. Dar Es Salaam University Press - Ministry of Health - Tanzania, 391 p. (1991)
Symptoms :
H(007), H(045), H(196)
Recipes :
H(007) diuretic, 4 large crushed onions are mixed with 1000 ml of white wine, and then 100 gm of honey are added. The mixture is allowed to set for 14 days. The dosage recommended is 15 ml tds for adults.
H(045) antiseptic, ONS, RNS.
H(139) aphrodisiac qualities, and is therefore good for impotent people. infusion of two large onions (sliced) in 1000 ml of water is administered. This should be all in one day.
H(196) antiscorbutic (rich in Vitamin C), and H(171) antidiabetic, useful H(068) vermifuge, 4 to 5 onions are treated with 1000 ml of water and sweetened with honey (as it boils). The dosage recommended is 200 - 300 ml tds for adults.
H(045) antiseptic, ONS, RNS.
H(139) aphrodisiac qualities, and is therefore good for impotent people. infusion of two large onions (sliced) in 1000 ml of water is administered. This should be all in one day.
H(196) antiscorbutic (rich in Vitamin C), and H(171) antidiabetic, useful H(068) vermifuge, 4 to 5 onions are treated with 1000 ml of water and sweetened with honey (as it boils). The dosage recommended is 200 - 300 ml tds for adults.
Region :
East Africa
Country :
Tanzania
Vernacular name :
not communicated by the author
Anacardium occidentale L. :
1 reference(s)
Official name :
Anacardium occidentale L.
Family :
Anacardiaceae
Reference HO 20
Author(s) :
Olowokudejo J. D., A. B. Kadiri, V.A. Travih
Title :
An Ethnobotanical Survey of Herbal Markets and Medicinal Plants in Lagos State of Nigeria
Ethnobotanical Leaflets 12: 851-65. 2008.
http://www.ethnoleaflets.com/leaflets/lagos.htm
Symptoms :
H(014), H(051), H(068), H(103), H(107), H(161), H(171), H(172), H(173), H(196)
Recipes :
H(014) ringworm, H(051) paludism, H(068) antihelmintic, H(103) caries; H(107) typhoid fever, H(161) warts, H(171) diabetes, H(172) elephantiasis, H(173) leprosy, H(196) scurvy, bark, leaf, fruit of Anacardium occidentale, RNS. (Information obtained from herb sellers and traditional medicine practitioners from three popular and largest markets in Lagos)
Region :
West Africa
Country :
Nigeria (Local markets in Lagos state)
Vernacular name :
kasu (Yoruba)
Apium graveolens L. :
1 reference(s)
Official name :
Apium graveolens L.
Family :
Apiaceae
Synonyms :
Apium decumbens Eckl. & Zeyh.
Reference B5 Nord
Author(s) :
Boulos, L.
Title :
Medicinal plants of North Africa.
Reference Publications, Inc., 218 St. Clair River Drive, Box 344, Algonac, Michigan 48001, 286p. , (1983)
Symptoms :
H(007), H(048), H(051), H(091), H(102), H(104), H(113), H(116), H(162), H(179)
Recipes :
H(007), Root, leaves and fruit H(007) diuretic.
H(091), Fruits stimulant, affect the kidneys and bladder
H(162), stimulate urine contractions, Tincture prepared from ripe seeds used to treat urine retention
H(179) renal disorders
H(113), a traditional remedy for rheumatism and arthritis
H(048), H(051), H(102), H(104), H(116) emmenagogue, H(196), Seeds H(104) stomachic, resolvent, H(196) antiscorbutic, H(048) carminative, cholagogue, H(051) febrifuge, H(116) .
H(091), Fruits stimulant, affect the kidneys and bladder
H(162), stimulate urine contractions, Tincture prepared from ripe seeds used to treat urine retention
H(179) renal disorders
H(113), a traditional remedy for rheumatism and arthritis
H(048), H(051), H(102), H(104), H(116) emmenagogue, H(196), Seeds H(104) stomachic, resolvent, H(196) antiscorbutic, H(048) carminative, cholagogue, H(051) febrifuge, H(116) .
Region :
North Africa
Country :
Algeria, Egypt, Libya, Morocoo, Tunisia
Vernacular name :
karafs ; kerefs el-maa (Arabic), kerafess, krafsa (Berber), celery, marsh parsley, smallage ; wild celery (English), céleri ; céleri cultivé; ache des marais (local French)
Averrhoa bilimbi L. :
1 reference(s)
Official name :
Averrhoa bilimbi L.
Family :
Oxalidaceae
Reference HD 38
Author(s) :
Daruty, C. (Dr)
Title :
Plantes Médicinales de l'Ile Maurice et des Pays Intertropicaux (p. 215)
General Steam Printing Company, 6, rue du Gouvernement - Maurice (1886)
https://archive.org/details/b24400270
Symptoms :
H(196)
Recipes :
Averrhoa bilimbi used for the treatment of : H(196) scurvy
Region :
Mauritius
Country :
Mauritius
Vernacular name :
bilimbi (Creole), bilimbi poullam (Tamoul)
Averrhoa carambola L. :
1 reference(s)
Official name :
Averrhoa carambola L.
Family :
Oxalidaceae
Reference HD 38
Author(s) :
Daruty, C. (Dr)
Title :
Plantes Médicinales de l'Ile Maurice et des Pays Intertropicaux (p. 215)
General Steam Printing Company, 6, rue du Gouvernement - Maurice (1886)
https://archive.org/details/b24400270
Symptoms :
H(008), H(126), H(196)
Recipes :
Averrhoa carambola used for the treatment of : H(008) dysentery, H(126) hepatitis, H(196) scurvy
Region :
Mauritius
Country :
Mauritius
Vernacular name :
carambole (Creole), tamartum kaye (Tamoul)
Capparis spinosa L. :
1 reference(s)
Official name :
Capparis spinosa L.
Family :
Capparaceae
Reference B5 Nord
Author(s) :
Boulos, L.
Title :
Medicinal plants of North Africa.
Reference Publications, Inc., 218 St. Clair River Drive, Box 344, Algonac, Michigan 48001, 286p. , (1983)
Symptoms :
H(001), H(006), H(007), H(008), H(013), H(026), H(033), H(045), H(048), H(051), H(075), H(086), H(088), H(091), H(095x), H(108), H(109), H(113), H(127), H(139), H(170), H(179), H(186), H(196)
Recipes :
root H(007) diuretic , H(088)astringent , H(091) tonic
H(075) root bark H(075) appetizer , H(088) astringentt
H(127) cataplasm externally applied for spleen troubles
Bark H(007) diuretic, H(088) astringent, H(091)tonic, for H(113) gout and rheumatism, H(006) laxative, H(186) expectorant, for chest diseases
H(008), H(051) Infusion of stem and root bark antidiarrhoeic, febrifuge
H(179) Flower buds and roots renal disinfectants, H(007) diuretic, H(091) tonic for arteriosclerosis as H(007) diuretic and for H(108) chills
H(001) used in compresses for the eyes
Fruits and leaves H(048) carminative, H(139) aphrodisiac
fresh fruits consumed as H(196) antiscorbutic
infusion of fruits for H(109) sciatica and H(170) dropsy; powdered dry fruits mixed with honey, taken first thing in the morning for treating H(109) sciatica and H(108) colds of the back (Rabat drug market)
flower buds H(099x) stimulant, slightly H(007) diuretic and refreshing agent, their decoction taken internally for H(109) sciatica
seeds for H(033) feminine sterility and H(026) dysmenorhoea
crushed seeds forH(013) ulcers, H(086) scrofula and ganglions
H(075) root bark H(075) appetizer , H(088) astringentt
H(127) cataplasm externally applied for spleen troubles
Bark H(007) diuretic, H(088) astringent, H(091)tonic, for H(113) gout and rheumatism, H(006) laxative, H(186) expectorant, for chest diseases
H(008), H(051) Infusion of stem and root bark antidiarrhoeic, febrifuge
H(179) Flower buds and roots renal disinfectants, H(007) diuretic, H(091) tonic for arteriosclerosis as H(007) diuretic and for H(108) chills
H(001) used in compresses for the eyes
Fruits and leaves H(048) carminative, H(139) aphrodisiac
fresh fruits consumed as H(196) antiscorbutic
infusion of fruits for H(109) sciatica and H(170) dropsy; powdered dry fruits mixed with honey, taken first thing in the morning for treating H(109) sciatica and H(108) colds of the back (Rabat drug market)
flower buds H(099x) stimulant, slightly H(007) diuretic and refreshing agent, their decoction taken internally for H(109) sciatica
seeds for H(033) feminine sterility and H(026) dysmenorhoea
crushed seeds forH(013) ulcers, H(086) scrofula and ganglions
Region :
North Africa
Country :
Algeria, Egypt, Libya, Morocoo, Tunisia
Vernacular name :
kabbar ; kabar ; lassaf, assaaf ; asef, shalem, felfel el-djebel ; kronbeiza (Arabic), tailoulout; taybult ; amseilih; tsailaloul, ouailoulou, belachem (Berber), common caper-bush (English), câprier; câprier commun; câprier épineux (local French)
Carica papaya L. :
1 reference(s)
Official name :
Carica papaya L.
Family :
Caricaceae
Reference HV 1M
Author(s) :
Vanhee, E.
Title :
Contribution à l'étude de plantes médicinales inhérentes au système de santé traditionnel Bamileke (Cameroun).
Thèse pour le diplôme d'état de docteur en pharmacie. Faculté de Pharmacie. Université de Lille II, 125 p. (1996)
Symptoms :
H(008), H(038), H(051), H(068), H(126), H(135), H(196)
Recipes :
H(008) dysentery, roots of young plants of Carica papaya, RNS.
H(051) paludism leaves, RNS.
H(068) vermifuge, 8 to 10 gr of fresh latex for childs, twice for adults
H(126), leaves of Carica papaya of Mikania cordata + one pinch of rock salt, to cook until a red color appears, to filter, VO. 1/2 glass in the morning and the evening
H(038) cystitis, H(135) digestive, H(196), seeds, VO.
H(051) paludism leaves, RNS.
H(068) vermifuge, 8 to 10 gr of fresh latex for childs, twice for adults
H(126), leaves of Carica papaya of Mikania cordata + one pinch of rock salt, to cook until a red color appears, to filter, VO. 1/2 glass in the morning and the evening
H(038) cystitis, H(135) digestive, H(196), seeds, VO.
Region :
Central Africa
Country :
Cameroon (Bamileke land)
Vernacular name :
pahpah (Bamileke)
Citrus aurantiifolia (Christm.) Swingle :
3 reference(s)
Official name :
Citrus aurantiifolia (Christm.) Swingle
Family :
Rutaceae
Reference HB 33
Author(s) :
Bhat, R.B., E.O. Etejere, V.T. Oladipo
Title :
Ethnobotanical studies fron central Nigeria.
Economic Botany, 44 (3), pp. 382-390, (1990)
Symptoms :
H(036), H(116), H(196)
Recipes :
Harvest ripe fruits, young and mature fresh leaves of Citrus aurantifolia at any time of day
H(036) for dizziness: A handfuI of leaves of Citrus aurantifolia and one or two small bulbs of Allium sativum are ground together in one-half or one gIassful of water; the mixture is taken orally and also used to massage the face.
H(116) irregular menstrual flow: The fruit juice of Citrus aurantifolia is mixed with the infusion of the leaves of Jatropha gossypifolia in equal proportions and taken orally until the flow becomes regular.
H(196, f) for prevention of scurvy: The fruit juice is taken regularly
H(036) for dizziness: A handfuI of leaves of Citrus aurantifolia and one or two small bulbs of Allium sativum are ground together in one-half or one gIassful of water; the mixture is taken orally and also used to massage the face.
H(116) irregular menstrual flow: The fruit juice of Citrus aurantifolia is mixed with the infusion of the leaves of Jatropha gossypifolia in equal proportions and taken orally until the flow becomes regular.
H(196, f) for prevention of scurvy: The fruit juice is taken regularly
Region :
West Africa
Country :
Central Nigeria (Kwara state)
Vernacular name :
osanwene (Yoruba), lemu (Hausa), ofofa-nta (Ibo)
Reference HK 73
Author(s) :
Kerharo, J.
Title :
L'aromathérapie et la gemmothérapie dans la pharmacopée sénégalaise traditionnelle
Journal d'agriculture tropicale et de botanique appliquée, vol. 18, n°4-6, pp. 109-141; Avril-mai-juin 1971.
https://doi.org/10.3406/jatba.1971.6847
Symptoms :
H(004), H(007), H(045), H(082), H(092), H(100), H(102), H(113), H(162), H(196), H(200)
Recipes :
H(007) diuretic, H(100) gonorrhea, root bark of Citrus aurantiifolia in association, as a decoction, with leafy twigs and seeds.
H(162) urinary retention; H(082) respiratory tract diseasess; decoction of leaves of Citrus aurantiifolia in drink
In aromatherapy the lemon tree is recommended for internal use as H(200) bactericidal, H(007) diuretic, H(113) antirheumatic, H(196) antiscorbutic, H(102) biliary regulator, H(092) antitoxic; externally used as H(045) antiseptic, H(004) cicatrising, H(014) dermatosis
H(162) urinary retention; H(082) respiratory tract diseasess; decoction of leaves of Citrus aurantiifolia in drink
In aromatherapy the lemon tree is recommended for internal use as H(200) bactericidal, H(007) diuretic, H(113) antirheumatic, H(196) antiscorbutic, H(102) biliary regulator, H(092) antitoxic; externally used as H(045) antiseptic, H(004) cicatrising, H(014) dermatosis
Region :
West Africa
Country :
Senegal
Vernacular name :
lemon, limon (Wolof, Sérer, Peul, Toucouleur, Niominka): limono; (Manding) ; bulem mugna; (Diola): kitoni; (Baïnouk), citronnier, lime, limettier acide, citron vert (Français local)
Reference HO 15
Author(s) :
Odugbemi, T. & O. Akinsulire
Title :
Medicinal plants by Species names.
In: Odugbemi, T. (ed) Outlines and Pictures of Medicinal Plants from Nigeria. University of Lagos Press, Nigeria, pp 73 – 116.(2006)
From reference HI 08
Symptoms :
H(007x), H(037), H(046), H(051), H(068), H(095), H(100), H(103), H(104), H(126), H(151), H(196), H(200)
Recipes :
H(007x) carminative,H(037) cough, H(046) measles, H(051) fever, H(068) anthelmintics, H(095) flavouring agent, H(100) gonorrhea, H(103) toothache, H(104) abdominal ulcer, H(126) jaundice, H(151) hypertensive recipe, H(196) scurvy, H(200) antimicrobials, leaves, stem, roots, fruit of Citrus aurantifolia, RNS.
Region :
West Africa
Country :
Nigeria
Vernacular name :
not registered
Citrus limon (L.) Burm. f. :
2 reference(s)
Official name :
Citrus limon (L.) Burm. f.
Family :
Rutaceae
Synonyms :
Citrus limonum Risso
Reference HM 83
Author(s) :
Mpondo Mpondo, E., J. Yinyang , S. D. Dibong
Title :
Valorisation des plantes médicinales à coumarines des marchés de Douala Est (Cameroun)
Journal of Applied Biosciences 85:7804– 7823 (2015)
http://dx.doi.org/10.4314/jab.v85i1.6
Symptoms :
H(006) + H(104), H(037), H(051), H(056), H(058), H(074), H(075), H(091), H(104), H(108), H(113), H(118), H(123), H(157), H(177), H(196)
Recipes :
H(006) + H(104) gastroenteritis, H(074) microbial infections, H(075) loss of appetite, H(104) digestive disorders, H(123) intoxication, fruits, citrus seeds limon seeds crushed and macerated with honey;juice of half a lemon in half a glass of water or decoction of 3 lemons with lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus) , VO. (drink 1 glass morning and evening)
H(014) whitlow, warm the fruit over low heat. Put the cooked fruit on the affected part
H(058) obesity, H(177) atherosclerosis, H(196) scorbut, 100-200 g lemon juice during and after meals, in small doses in a little water (drink the juice of 2-3 lemons for 12 consecutive days
H(037) cough, H(118) angina, irritation of the throat, Extract the lemon juice, VO. (drink a cup of honey juice; in gargles)
H(051) fever, H(091) fatigue, H(113) rheumatisms, H(157) convulsions, up to 8-10 lemons ; do not sweeten with sugar but with honey, pour the juice of 6 lemons in 1 bowl of hot water, soak the feet 10-15 minutes ; at the same time, consume some thin slices of garlic, VO. (drink the juice diluted in 50% water; decrease the doses gradually)
H(056) filariasis, rub the affected part with lemon juice
H(108) sinusitis, boil 1 bowl of water; add the juice of 2 lemons, pepper and a pinch of coarse salt; remove and inhale the steam under a towel
H(014) whitlow, warm the fruit over low heat. Put the cooked fruit on the affected part
H(058) obesity, H(177) atherosclerosis, H(196) scorbut, 100-200 g lemon juice during and after meals, in small doses in a little water (drink the juice of 2-3 lemons for 12 consecutive days
H(037) cough, H(118) angina, irritation of the throat, Extract the lemon juice, VO. (drink a cup of honey juice; in gargles)
H(051) fever, H(091) fatigue, H(113) rheumatisms, H(157) convulsions, up to 8-10 lemons ; do not sweeten with sugar but with honey, pour the juice of 6 lemons in 1 bowl of hot water, soak the feet 10-15 minutes ; at the same time, consume some thin slices of garlic, VO. (drink the juice diluted in 50% water; decrease the doses gradually)
H(056) filariasis, rub the affected part with lemon juice
H(108) sinusitis, boil 1 bowl of water; add the juice of 2 lemons, pepper and a pinch of coarse salt; remove and inhale the steam under a towel
Region :
Central Africa
Country :
Cameroun (markets of Douala East)
Vernacular name :
citron (local French)
Reference HT 14
Author(s) :
Thomas, L.-V.
Title :
De l'ethnobotanique à la médecine: l'exemple Diola.
Notes Africaines, 134, 48 - 52, (1972)
Symptoms :
H(100), H(126), H(196)
Recipes :
H(126), H(196), fruits, juice
H(100) blen, pounded roots, local frictions
H(100) blen, pounded roots, local frictions
Region :
West Africa
Country :
Senegal (Casamance)
Vernacular name :
gulemin (Diola)
Cocos nucifera L. :
1 reference(s)
Official name :
Cocos nucifera L.
Family :
Arecaceae
Reference HD 38
Author(s) :
Daruty, C. (Dr)
Title :
Plantes Médicinales de l'Ile Maurice et des Pays Intertropicaux (p. 215)
General Steam Printing Company, 6, rue du Gouvernement - Maurice (1886)
https://archive.org/details/b24400270
Symptoms :
H(007), H(008), H(013), H(041), H(068), H(082), H(091), H(100), H(103), H(126), H(196)
Recipes :
H(013) ulcers graves, H(041) gangrène, poultice of wrinkled leaves of Euphorbia pilulifera (jean robert) steamed with oil of Cocos nucifera (coco)
H(082) asthma, decoction of the whole plant of Euphorbia pilulifera (Jean Robert) dried in the shade, reduction of 1,5 l à 1 l + 30 gr of rhum, VO. 1 small glass 3X / day
H(068) tapeworm, pound 350 gr almond of Cocos nucifera (coco) retaining the brown skin + lait. VO. Dough on an empty stomach . 3 hours after VO. + castor oil
H(103) toothache,burn the dry shell of Cocos nucifera, put this burned shell in a covered bowl, oil will form. Soak a piece of cotton which will be put in the tooth. Very effective
H(013) dry patchess, same procedure as for toothache
H(111) burning cold application, application of ash of coconut + oil, make a dressing
H(113) rheumatism, wrinkled leaves of 90 gr of Hura crepitans, 1 cup of boiling oil of Cocos nucifera (coco). Let macerate. Rubbed on painful areas
Cocos nucifera is also involved in the treatment of : H(007) diuretic (roots), H(008) diarrhea, H(068) tapeworm (almond), H(091) tonic (brou), H(100) gonorrhea, H(103) toothache (shell), H(126) chronic hepatitis, H(196) scurvy
H(082) asthma, decoction of the whole plant of Euphorbia pilulifera (Jean Robert) dried in the shade, reduction of 1,5 l à 1 l + 30 gr of rhum, VO. 1 small glass 3X / day
H(068) tapeworm, pound 350 gr almond of Cocos nucifera (coco) retaining the brown skin + lait. VO. Dough on an empty stomach . 3 hours after VO. + castor oil
H(103) toothache,burn the dry shell of Cocos nucifera, put this burned shell in a covered bowl, oil will form. Soak a piece of cotton which will be put in the tooth. Very effective
H(013) dry patchess, same procedure as for toothache
H(111) burning cold application, application of ash of coconut + oil, make a dressing
H(113) rheumatism, wrinkled leaves of 90 gr of Hura crepitans, 1 cup of boiling oil of Cocos nucifera (coco). Let macerate. Rubbed on painful areas
Cocos nucifera is also involved in the treatment of : H(007) diuretic (roots), H(008) diarrhea, H(068) tapeworm (almond), H(091) tonic (brou), H(100) gonorrhea, H(103) toothache (shell), H(126) chronic hepatitis, H(196) scurvy
Region :
Mauritius
Country :
Mauritius
Vernacular name :
cocotier (Creole) , taynay marum (Tamoul)
Coriandrum sativum L. :
1 reference(s)
Official name :
Coriandrum sativum L.
Family :
Apiaceae
Reference B7 Nord
Author(s) :
Bellakhdar, J., R. Claisse, J. Fleurentin & C. Younos
Title :
Repertory of standard herbal drugs in the Moroccan pharmacopoea
Journal of Ethnopharmacology, Volume 35, pp. 123 - 143 (1991)
http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/037887419190064K
Symptoms :
H(070), H(091), H(104), H(113), H(139), H(196), H(201)
Recipes :
H(070) anti-rabic, H(091) tonic, H(104) stomachic, H(113) inflammation, H(139) aphrodisiac, H(196) scurvy, H(201) magic, fruit of Coriandrum sativum, RNS., (cultivated plant)
Region :
North Africa
Country :
Moroco
Vernacular name :
quesbûr, bokur l'-jenn
Dalbergia nitidula Bak. :
1 reference(s)
Official name :
Dalbergia nitidula Bak.
Family :
Fabaceae
Synonyms :
Dalbergia dekindtiana Harms
Reference HB 26M
Author(s) :
Bonnefoux, Benedicto Marius (R.P.)
Title :
Plantes médicinales du Hufla. Manuscrits n° 1 et n°2 (Congrégation do Espirito Santo), 1885-1937. Registrated by Bossard, E. in ref. HB 25M
Symptoms :
H(004), H(100), H(196)
Recipes :
H(004) + H(100) syphlitic wounds., dried leaves, powder, application on wounds
- H(196) scurvy, dried leaves, powder, friction of the body
- H(196) scurvy, dried leaves, powder, friction of the body
Region :
West Africa
Country :
Angola (régions de Hufla, Gambos)
Vernacular name :
(omu) tona (Nyaneka)
Detarium senegalense J.F.Gmel. :
1 reference(s)
Official name :
Detarium senegalense J.F.Gmel.
Family :
Fabaceae
Reference HP 01
Author(s) :
Pousset, J.-L.
Title :
Plantes médicinales africaines. Utilisation pratique.
Agence de coopération culturelle et technique, (A.C.C.T.), Paris, 156 p., (1989)
http://data.cameroun-foret.com/system/files/18_17_32.pdf
Symptoms :
H(091), H(196)
Recipes :
H(091) vitamin C , scorbut, whole fruit, V.O.
Region :
West Africa
Country :
Senegal
Vernacular name :
ditaq, detar, döta (Wolof), bodo (Bambara), mobodey (Peuhl)
Eupatorium ayapana Vent. :
1 reference(s)
Official name :
Eupatorium ayapana Vent.
Family :
Asteraceae
Reference HD 38
Author(s) :
Daruty, C. (Dr)
Title :
Plantes Médicinales de l'Ile Maurice et des Pays Intertropicaux (p. 215)
General Steam Printing Company, 6, rue du Gouvernement - Maurice (1886)
https://archive.org/details/b24400270
Symptoms :
H(008), H(013), H(088), H(099x), H(125), H(196)
Recipes :
H(008) cholera, 60 gr of Eupatorium ayapana (ayapana), 1 teaspoon of cooking salt, 1 teaspoon of rhum
H(008) cholera, 60 gr of Eupatorium ayapana (ayapana), 30 gr of roots of Zingiber officinale (gingembre), 60 gr of Carthamnus tinctorius (safran), infuse in H2O + brandy. VO; 1 drink regularly
Eupatorium ayapana is also involved in the treatment of: H(008) diarrhea, H(013) ulcers, H(088) astringent, H(099x) exciting, H(125) sudorific, H(196) scurvy
H(008) cholera, 60 gr of Eupatorium ayapana (ayapana), 30 gr of roots of Zingiber officinale (gingembre), 60 gr of Carthamnus tinctorius (safran), infuse in H2O + brandy. VO; 1 drink regularly
Eupatorium ayapana is also involved in the treatment of: H(008) diarrhea, H(013) ulcers, H(088) astringent, H(099x) exciting, H(125) sudorific, H(196) scurvy
Region :
Mauritius
Country :
Mauritius
Vernacular name :
ayapana (Creole), ayapani (Tamoul)
Hexalobus monopetalus (A. Rich.) Engl. & Diels :
1 reference(s)
Official name :
Hexalobus monopetalus (A. Rich.) Engl. & Diels
Family :
Annonaceae
Synonyms :
Uvaria monopetala A. Richard.
Reference HB 26M
Author(s) :
Bonnefoux, Benedicto Marius (R.P.)
Title :
Plantes médicinales du Hufla. Manuscrits n° 1 et n°2 (Congrégation do Espirito Santo), 1885-1937. Registrated by Bossard, E. in ref. HB 25M
Symptoms :
H(124), H(196)
Recipes :
H(124) epitaxis, barks and leaves powder of Hexalobus monopetalusr, to snuff
H(196) scurvy, barks to chew
H(196) scurvy, barks to chew
Region :
West Africa
Country :
Angola (region of Hufla)
Vernacular name :
(omu) kuma (Nyaneka)
Lannea acida A. Rich. :
1 reference(s)
Official name :
Lannea acida A. Rich.
Family :
Anacardiaceae
Synonyms :
Odina acida (A. Rich.) Oliv.
Reference HN 15
Author(s) :
Natabou Dégbé, F.
Title :
Contribution à l'étude de la médecine et de la Pharmacopée traditionnelles au Bénin: Tentatives d'intégration dans le système de santé officiel.
Thèse pour l'obtention du diplôme de Docteur en Pharmacie de l'Université Cheikh Anta Diop (Dipl ôme d'état), 138 p., Juillet 1991
Symptoms :
H(008), H(013), H(068), H(088), H(094), H(099), H(196)
Recipes :
H(008) dysentery, infusion of barks of Lannea acida, VO.
H(013) scurfs, decoction of leaves of Lannea acida, RNS.
H(068) bilharziosis, H(094) haemorrhoids, H(099) beriberi, plant of Lannea acida, RNS.
H(088) astringent, barks, RNS.
H(196), leaves of Lannea, RNS., VO.
H(013) scurfs, decoction of leaves of Lannea acida, RNS.
H(068) bilharziosis, H(094) haemorrhoids, H(099) beriberi, plant of Lannea acida, RNS.
H(088) astringent, barks, RNS.
H(196), leaves of Lannea, RNS., VO.
Region :
West Africa
Country :
Benin
Vernacular name :
yadibou, yoronou, yronédou (Bariba), toubo, tingoli, bémbéy, tingouli (Peuhl), akouhou, asoguidoka, okou, akou, akounou (Nagot), zonzon, zouzoukli (Fon), mousso (Ditammari), wasawaiémou (Waama), yakpéèna (Yom), moutché honda (Somba)
Lepidium sativum L. :
3 reference(s)
Official name :
Lepidium sativum L.
Family :
Brassicaceae
Reference B5 Nord
Author(s) :
Boulos, L.
Title :
Medicinal plants of North Africa.
Reference Publications, Inc., 218 St. Clair River Drive, Box 344, Algonac, Michigan 48001, 286p. , (1983)
Symptoms :
H(002), H(013), H(033), H(037), H(048), H(091), H(095), H(100), H(108), H(139), H(164), H(186), H(196)
Recipes :
Fresh plant eaten as H(196) antiscorbutic, H(095) nourishing, condiment
H(091) seeds tonique, H(139) aphrodisiac, H(186) aclive expeclorant, pulmonary H(099x) stimulant
crushed seeds mixed wjth honey or bot milk is taken for H(037) cough, tuberculosis, H(108) colds, pulmonary diseases, H(033) sterility, H(100) syphilis; also as a H(091) tonic, H(048) carminative, H(002) galactogogue
flour from seeds enter in the composition of H(164) revulsive, cataplasms against H(037) bronchitis and whitlow
cataplasm of seeds used to healH(013) scrofulous ulcers
crushed seeds mixed with olive oil used as massage for H(091) rachitis
H(091) seeds tonique, H(139) aphrodisiac, H(186) aclive expeclorant, pulmonary H(099x) stimulant
crushed seeds mixed wjth honey or bot milk is taken for H(037) cough, tuberculosis, H(108) colds, pulmonary diseases, H(033) sterility, H(100) syphilis; also as a H(091) tonic, H(048) carminative, H(002) galactogogue
flour from seeds enter in the composition of H(164) revulsive, cataplasms against H(037) bronchitis and whitlow
cataplasm of seeds used to healH(013) scrofulous ulcers
crushed seeds mixed with olive oil used as massage for H(091) rachitis
Region :
North Africa
Country :
Algeria, Egypt, Libya, Morocoo, Tunisia
Vernacular name :
reshad ; seeds: habb er-reshad ; horf ; tseffa, qerfa, ha]f (Arabic), belacheqine (Berber), garden cress, tongue-grass (English), cresson alénois ; cressonnette ; passerage cu(tivé, cresson des jardins (local French)
Reference HD 38
Author(s) :
Daruty, C. (Dr)
Title :
Plantes Médicinales de l'Ile Maurice et des Pays Intertropicaux (p. 215)
General Steam Printing Company, 6, rue du Gouvernement - Maurice (1886)
https://archive.org/details/b24400270
Symptoms :
H(008), H(091), H(166), H(196)
Recipes :
H(166) hocquet, 8 gr Lepidium sativum (cresson des jardins) à faire macérer in 70 gr H2O, one fois les grains ramolis les écraser, VO 30 gr. sometimes
Lepidium sativum is also involved in the treatment of : H(008) diarrhea, H(091) stimulating, H(091) tonic, H(196) scurvy
Lepidium sativum is also involved in the treatment of : H(008) diarrhea, H(091) stimulating, H(091) tonic, H(196) scurvy
Region :
Mauritius
Country :
Mauritius
Vernacular name :
cresson des jardins (Creole)
Reference HT 20
Author(s) :
Terrac, M.-L.
Title :
Contribution à l'étude des plantes médicinales de Madagascar, de la Réunion et de l'île Maurice.
Thèse pour l'obtention du diplôme de Docteur de l'Université de Paris (Pharmacie), Novembre 1947. Imprimerie Vuibert, 6 rue Martel, Paris, 246 p., (1947)
Symptoms :
H(091), H(196)
Recipes :
H(091), H(196), plant again scorbut and tonic, ONS., RNS.
From reference HT 20 - 4
From reference HT 20 - 4
Region :
Mauritius
Country :
Mauritius
Vernacular name :
not registered
Mangifera indica L. :
1 reference(s)
Official name :
Mangifera indica L.
Family :
Anacardiaceae
Reference HT 20
Author(s) :
Terrac, M.-L.
Title :
Contribution à l'étude des plantes médicinales de Madagascar, de la Réunion et de l'île Maurice.
Thèse pour l'obtention du diplôme de Docteur de l'Université de Paris (Pharmacie), Novembre 1947. Imprimerie Vuibert, 6 rue Martel, Paris, 246 p., (1947)
Symptoms :
H(007), H(008), H(051), H(068), H(088), H(091), H(100), H(104), H(111), H(118), H(125), H(196)
Recipes :
H(007), H(051), H(100) syph., H(104) stomachic, H(125), H(196), fruits, RNS.
H(008) diar., H(068) internal worms, seeds, RNS.
H(088), barks leaves, RNS.
H(091), H(101) syph., H(125), resin from trunc
H(111), powder leaves, local application
H(118) pharyngitis, barks, leaves, RNS., gargle
(registered from references HT 20 - 1, HT 20 - 3, HT 20 - 4, HT 20 - 5, HT 20 - 6, HT 20 - 7, HT 20 - 8, HT 20 - 9, HT 20 - 14)
H(008) diar., H(068) internal worms, seeds, RNS.
H(088), barks leaves, RNS.
H(091), H(101) syph., H(125), resin from trunc
H(111), powder leaves, local application
H(118) pharyngitis, barks, leaves, RNS., gargle
(registered from references HT 20 - 1, HT 20 - 3, HT 20 - 4, HT 20 - 5, HT 20 - 6, HT 20 - 7, HT 20 - 8, HT 20 - 9, HT 20 - 14)
Region :
Madagascar, Reunion, Mauritius
Country :
Madagascar, Mauritius, Reunion
Vernacular name :
manguier