Mahogany (pye kajou)
Swietenia mahagoni
Mahogany
pye kajou
Acajou
Swietenia mahagoni
Traditionally used
Fever, inflammation, skin conditions, wounds, respiratory, diarrhea
Prepared as
Bark decoction: boil small piece of bark in 2 cups water 15 minutes, drink half cup daily for fever and diarrhea. Leaf tea: boil handful 10 minutes for inflammation and respiratory complaints. Bark powder applied to wounds as antiseptic. Seed oil applied to dry skin and scalp. Leaf poultice applied to painful joints and swellings. Use bark preparations for 2 weeks maximum.
In three languages
Kreyòl — Lafyèv, enflamasyon, maladi po a, blesi, pwoblèm respirasyon, dyare
Français — Fièvre, inflammation, affections cutanées, blessures, troubles respiratoires, diarrhée
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