Goat bush senna (Bwa kabrit)
Senna bicapsularis · Fabaceae
Goat bush senna
Bwa kabrit
Casse
Senna bicapsularis
Cassia emarginata L.Senna emarginata
Fabaceae
Traditionally used
⚠ Laxative — short-term use only (max 5–7 days); not in pregnancy, IBD, or intestinal obstruction. Topical: leaves in bath or friction for skin conditions and pruritus — strict hygiene required; intact skin only. Topical: bruised leaves with ground maize applied externally for vitiligo (traditional use). If skin condition worsens or persists beyond 5 days, seek medical attention.
In three languages
Kreyòl — ⚠ Laksatif — kout tèm sèlman (maks 5–7 jou); pa pandan gwosès, IBD, oswa blokas entesten. Topik: fèy nan beny ak friksyon pou grate po ak maladi po — respekte règ ijyèn; sou po antye sèlman. Topik: fèy pile ak maïs kraze an masaj ekstèn pou vitiligo (itilizasyon tradisyonèl). Si po a vin pi mal oswa pa chanje apre 5 jou, ale wè yon doktè.
Français — ⚠ Laxatif — usage de courte durée uniquement (max 5–7 jours) ; contre-indiqué en cas de grossesse, MICI ou obstruction intestinale. Topique : feuilles en bain et en friction pour les affections cutanées et le prurit — respecter les règles d'hygiène strictes ; sur peau intacte uniquement. Topique : feuilles pilées mélangées à de la farine de maïs en massage externe pour le vitiligo (usage traditionnel). Si l'état cutané s'aggrave ou persiste au-delà de 5 jours, consulter un médecin.
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