Balanites aegyptiaca
Sahelian multipurpose tree used across Africa and Middle East for diabetes, intestinal worms, and as fish poison. Contains diosgenin (steroid precursor) and balanin saponins. Fruit mesocarp for bilharzia/schistosomiasis in Egyptian folk medicine.
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Diabetes medications, antiparasitic drugs.
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Saponin toxicity at high doses. GI upset.
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