Chayote (militon)
Sechium edule
Chayote
militon
Mirliton
Sechium edule
Traditionally used
Blood pressure, kidney health, diuretic, cholesterol, weight management, diabetes
Prepared as
Leaf tea: steep 4-5 fresh leaves in boiling water 10 minutes, drink 1 cup twice daily for blood pressure and kidney support. Fresh chayote fruit eaten regularly for cardiovascular health and weight management. Cooked fruit eaten for digestive fiber. Leaf poultice applied to inflamed skin and painful joints. Fruit juice drunk fresh for hydration and kidney flushing.
In three languages
Kreyòl — Pou tansyon wo, sante ren yo, fè pipi koulè, kolestewòl, kontwole pwa, diabèt
Français — Hypertension artérielle, santé rénale, diurétique, cholestérol, gestion du poids, diabète
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