Sea grape (rezen lan mè)

Traditionally used

Diarrhea, dysentery, skin infections, wounds, inflammation, fever, stomach ailments

Prepared as

For digestive issues and diarrhea, prepare a decoction by boiling 2-3 tablespoons of dried sea grape leaves in 2 cups of water for 15-20 minutes, then strain and drink 1/2 cup three times daily while warm. The bark can be prepared similarly by simmering 1 tablespoon of chopped bark in 1 cup of water for 10-15 minutes for treating skin conditions when applied as a warm wash. Fresh leaves are also traditionally crushed and applied directly to wounds or made into a poultice for treating cuts and inflammatory skin conditions.

In three languages

Kreyòl — Dyare, disentri, enfeksyon po, blesi, enflamasyon, lafyèv, maladi vant

Français — Diarrhée, dysenterie, infections cutanées, plaies, inflammation, fièvre, troubles gastriques

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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