Barringtonia Racemosa

Barringtonia racemosa

Family: Lecythidaceae Evidence: T decoctionpoultice

Southeast Asian and Pacific coastal tree used in Malay, Indonesian, and Fijian medicine for cough, diarrhea, and skin conditions. Bark decoction for stomach complaints. Seeds contain saponins used as fish poison. Leaf poultice for chickenpox.

Safety Profile

PregnancyInsufficient Data
BreastfeedingInsufficient Data
PediatricNot Recommended

Contraindications

Seeds toxic. Limited safety data.

Interactions

Unknown.

Side Effects

Seed toxicity (saponins). Bark/leaf safer.

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