Carrot (kawòt)
Daucus carota
Carrot
kawòt
Carotte
Daucus carota
Traditionally used
Eye health, immunity, digestion, skin, liver, worms, inflammation
Prepared as
Raw juice: juice 2-3 carrots daily for eye and immune support. Seed tea: steep 1 tsp crushed seeds in hot water 10 minutes, drink for urinary complaints and menstrual regulation. Raw carrot eaten daily for digestion and vitamin A. Carrot poultice: grate raw carrot, apply to wounds and skin infections. Carrot broth drunk for recovery from illness.
In three languages
Kreyòl — Pou je yo, pou bay kò a fòs kont maladi, pou vant lan, pou po a, pou fwa a, pou vè yo, pou enflamasyon
Français — Santé des yeux, renforcement immunitaire, digestion, soins de la peau, santé du foie, vermifuge, anti-inflammatoire
Safety
Safety notes for this plant are still being written. Until they are, treat it with a cautious hand.
Plants can look similar and be misidentified — always verify with a local herbalist or guide before use.
Kept alongside