Sea purslane (Koupye lanmè)

Traditionally used

Febrifuge: plant juice taken orally for fever (Haitian traditional use). Edible halophyte: leaves eaten raw or cooked, good source of vitamin C. Haemostatic: topical application documented in West Africa. If fever persists beyond 2 days or worsens, seek medical attention.

In three languages

Kreyòl — Febrifig: ji plant lan bwè pou fèv (itilizasyon tradisyonèl ayisyen). Manje: fèy yo ka manje kri oswa kwit, rich nan vitaminn C. Si fèv la dire plis pase 2 jou oswa vin pi mal, ale wè yon doktè.

Français — Fébrifuge : jus de la plante, voie orale, contre la fièvre (usage traditionnel haïtien). Plante comestible halophyte : feuilles consommées crues ou cuites, bonne source de vitamine C. Hémostatique : application topique documentée en Afrique de l'Ouest. Si la fièvre persiste au-delà de 2 jours ou s'aggrave, 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.

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