CROSSOPTERYX FEBRIFU
CROSSOPTERYX FEBRIFU
Description
The leaves of this tree are very widespread in Africa and are traditionally used for itching.
Origin
Crossopteryx Febrifuga is a common tree of Kongo Central and is widespread from Senegal to Sudan and from East Africa to Zimbabwe.
Effect
The leaves of Crossopteryx Febrifuga contain anti-inflammatory and pain killing substances which are traditionally used soothe itching.