Pentaclethra

Pentaclethra macrophylla

Family: Fabaceae Evidence: T decoctionpoulticeextract

West African tree whose fermented seeds (ugba) are an Igbo delicacy. Bark decoction for wound healing, gonorrhea, and convulsions. Seed oil for skin conditions. Contains paucine and pentaclethra saponins. Important in Nigerian ethnomedicine.

Safety Profile

PregnancyInsufficient Data
BreastfeedingInsufficient Data
PediatricNot Recommended

Contraindications

Raw seeds must be fermented/processed.

Interactions

Unknown.

Side Effects

GI upset from unprocessed seeds. Fermented form safe as food.

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