Asthma plant (malonmen)
Euphorbia hirta
Asthma plant
malonmen
Mal nommé
Euphorbia hirta
Traditionally used
Asthma, cough, bronchitis, worms, wounds, skin conditions, diarrhea
Prepared as
Leaf tea: boil handful in 2 cups water 10 minutes, drink half cup twice daily for asthma, cough, and respiratory infections. Fresh latex applied carefully to warts and skin parasites — avoid broken skin and eyes. Root decoction: boil small piece 15 minutes, drink for intestinal worms. WARNING: use in small doses only — toxic in large amounts. Avoid during pregnancy.
In three languages
Kreyòl — Pou lafièv, tous, pwoblèm nan pòtren, bourik, blese, maladi po, dyare
Français — Asthme, toux, bronchite, vers intestinaux, plaies, affections cutanées, diarrhée
Safety
WARNING: use in small doses only — toxic in large amounts. Avoid during pregnancy.
Plants can look similar and be misidentified — always verify with a local herbalist or guide before use.
Kept alongside