Coffee (kafe)

Traditionally used

Energy, digestion, headache, alertness, antioxidant, liver

Prepared as

Coffee tea: brew 1 tsp ground coffee in hot water, drink in moderation for energy and mental clarity. Green coffee extract: steep unroasted beans 10 minutes, drink half cup daily for metabolism support. Spent coffee grounds applied as skin scrub for circulation. Coffee poultice applied to headaches at temples. Limit to 2 cups daily — avoid in anxiety, insomnia, and hypertension.

In three languages

Kreyòl — Bay fòs nan kò a, ede dijestyon, soulaje tèt fè mal, kenbe moun reveye, gen antyoksidan, bon pou fwa a

Français — Donne de l'énergie, aide la digestion, soulage les maux de tête, maintient l'éveil, antioxydant, bon pour le foie

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

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