Dichrostachys Cinerea

Dichrostachys cinerea

Family: Fabaceae Evidence: T decoctionpowderpoultice

Pan-African shrub with distinctive two-toned flower clusters. Used in Tanzanian, South African, and West African medicine for snakebite, toothache, dysentery, and gonorrhea. Root chewed for cough. Contains tannins and flavonoids.

Safety Profile

PregnancyInsufficient Data
BreastfeedingInsufficient Data
PediatricNot Recommended

Contraindications

Limited safety data.

Interactions

Unknown.

Side Effects

Astringent. GI upset.

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