Coffee senna (pwa pyant)
Cassia occidentalis
Coffee senna
pwa pyant
Pois puant
Cassia occidentalis
Traditionally used
Laxative, liver, fever, skin conditions, worms, inflammation
Prepared as
Leaf tea: boil 5 leaves in 2 cups water 10 minutes, drink half cup for constipation and liver support. Roasted seeds eaten as coffee substitute. Seed oil applied to dry skin and scalp. Root decoction: boil small piece 15 minutes, drink for fever and digestive complaints. WARNING: use in moderation — laxative effect strong, limit to 1 cup daily, avoid during pregnancy.
In three languages
Kreyòl — Pou lache vant, netwaye fwa, geri lafyèv, maladi po, vè nan vant, ak enflamasyon
Français — Laxatif, troubles hépatiques, fièvre, affections cutanées, vermifuge, anti-inflammatoire
Safety
WARNING: use in moderation — laxative effect strong, limit to 1 cup daily, avoid during pregnancy.
Plants can look similar and be misidentified — always verify with a local herbalist or guide before use.
Kept alongside