Firebush (koray)
Hamelia patens
Firebush
koray
Corail
Hamelia patens
Traditionally used
Skin conditions, fever, inflammation, wounds, antimicrobial
Prepared as
Leaf decoction: boil handful of leaves in 2 cups water 10 minutes, use as wash for skin infections, rashes, and wounds. Tea: drink half cup twice daily for fever and urinary complaints. Bark decoction: boil small piece 15 minutes for antimicrobial wash. Fresh berries used as natural dye — diluted berry juice applied to skin conditions. Avoid ingesting berries.
In three languages
Kreyòl — Maladi po, lafyèv, enflamasyon, blesi, kont mikwòb yo
Français — Affections cutanées, fièvre, inflammation, plaies, antimicrobien
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