Product Description
Leaves whole, cut and powder form.
Chemical Constituents: acetogenins
Properties: antibacterial, anticancerous, anticonvulsant, antidepressant, antifungal, antimalarial, antimutagenic (cellular protector), antiparasitic, antispasmodic, antitumorous, emetic (causes vomiting), hypotensive, insecticidal, sedative, uterine stimulant, vasodilator.
Uses: Traditionally it is used as an antiviral, cardiotonic, decongestant, digestive stimulant, febrifuge (reduces fever), nervine (balances/calms nerves), vermifuge (expels worms). Externally it is used for pediculicide (kills lice).