Wild Rhus
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swahili name
More Local Names
borana:
DIGO:
duruma:
giriama:
kamba:
kauma:
kikuyu:
kipsigis:
kisii:
kuria:
luhya:
Omusangula
LUO:
Sangla Madongo
maasai:
maragoli:
meru:
mijikenda:
nandi:
NUBI:
OGIEK:
pokomo:
pokot:
rabai:
sabaot:
samburu:
suba:
TURKANA:
Scientific Name
Rhus vulgaris
plant family
Plant Details and use
Gastrointestinal Disorders:
Preparation: Bark or root decoction.
Use: Boiled bark is drunk to treat diarrhea, dysentery, or stomach cramps.
Wound Healing:
Preparation: Crushed leaves or bark paste.
Use: Applied topically to disinfect cuts, burns, or ulcers.
Respiratory Issues:
Preparation: Leaf infusion or smoke inhalation.
Use: Steam from boiled leaves is inhaled for coughs or congestion.
Fever and Infections:
Preparation: Bark or leaf tea.
Use: Consumed to reduce fever or treat bacterial/fungal infections.
treatable conditions
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