Anacardium Humile

Anacardium humile

Family: Anacardiaceae Evidence: T decoctionextract

Brazilian cerrado dwarf cashew relative used in folk medicine of central Brazil for diarrhea, diabetes, and wound healing. Bark decoction for stomach complaints. Contains anacardic acids and gallic acid. CAUTION: Related to poison ivy — skin sensitization possible.

Safety Profile

PregnancyInsufficient Data
BreastfeedingInsufficient Data
PediatricNot Recommended

Contraindications

Anacardiaceae allergy (cashew, mango, poison ivy).

Interactions

Unknown.

Side Effects

Contact dermatitis from sap (like cashew shell).

Allergy: ANACARDIACEAE ALLERGY — cross-reacts with cashew, mango, poison ivy.
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