Flacourtia Indica

Flacourtia indica

Family: Salicaceae Evidence: T decoctionpoultice

Pan-tropical tree used in East African, Indian, and Malagasy traditional medicine. Bark decoction for malaria and diarrhea. Root preparations for snakebite. Leaf poultice for wounds. Fruit is edible. Contains flacourtine and phenolic glycosides.

Safety Profile

PregnancyInsufficient Data
BreastfeedingInsufficient Data
PediatricNot Recommended

Contraindications

Limited safety data.

Interactions

Unknown.

Side Effects

Fruit safe as food. Bark — astringent, GI upset.

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