Moses-in-the-cradle (boul dimas)

Traditionally used

Fever, inflammation, skin conditions, wounds, respiratory, pain

Prepared as

Leaf tea: boil handful in 2 cups water 10 minutes, drink half cup twice daily for fever and respiratory complaints. Crushed fresh leaves applied as poultice to bruises, wounds, and inflamed skin. Leaf juice diluted with water used as eye wash for irritation. Purple sap from leaves used directly on cuts to promote clotting and healing.

In three languages

Kreyòl — Lafyèv, enflamasyon, maladi po, blesi, pwoblèm respiratwa, doulè

Français — Fièvre, inflammation, affections cutanées, plaies, troubles respiratoires, douleurs

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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