Mutamba (bwa dòm)
Guazuma ulmifolia
Mutamba
bwa dòm
Bois d'orme
Guazuma ulmifolia
Traditionally used
Fever, diarrhea, inflammation, skin conditions, wounds, respiratory
Prepared as
Bark decoction: boil small piece of bark in 2 cups water 15 minutes, drink half cup twice daily for fever, diarrhea, and inflammation. Leaf tea: boil handful 10 minutes for respiratory complaints. Bark poultice applied to wounds and skin infections. Bark tannins provide strong astringent action — effective for diarrhea and bleeding. Use no more than 2 weeks continuously.
In three languages
Kreyòl — Lafyèv, dyare, enflamasyon, pwoblèm po, blesi, pwoblèm respirasyon
Français — Fièvre, diarrhée, inflammation, affections cutanées, plaies, troubles respiratoires
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