Description
Strychnos spinosa, commonly called Monkey Orange, is an African tree known for its edible, nutritious fruit but also its poisonous seeds; its various parts are used in traditional medicine for malaria, diabetes, snakebites, skin issues, and as an analgesic, though toxicity requires caution, say ResearchGate.net
Medicinal Uses
Medicinal Uses (Traditional)
Infections: Treats malaria, intestinal worms, skin infections, and sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
Pain & Inflammation: Root decoctions for colds, fever, inflamed eyes; leaf poultices for sores; fruit/root for snakebites.
Gastrointestinal: Root chewed for stomach disorders, used for dropsy (edema).
Other: Remedies for diabetes, hypertension, male organ disorders, and as ear drops for earaches.
