Alchornea Cordifolia

Alchornea cordifolia

Family: Euphorbiaceae Evidence: C decoctionpoulticeextract

Pan-African medicinal shrub used across West and Central Africa for wound healing, diarrhea, respiratory infections, and genitourinary complaints. One of the most frequently cited plants in African ethnobotanical surveys. Contains alchornine alkaloid and terpenoids.

Safety Profile

PregnancyPossibly Unsafe
BreastfeedingInsufficient Data
PediatricNot Recommended

Contraindications

Pregnancy.

Interactions

Unknown significant interactions.

Side Effects

GI upset. Generally well tolerated.

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