Snowberry (Kòk sourit)
Chiococca alba
Snowberry
Kòk sourit
Croc de souris
Chiococca alba
Traditionally used
Fever, snake bites, skin infections, wounds, digestive disorders, respiratory ailments
Prepared as
The root bark is traditionally prepared as a decoction by boiling 1-2 tablespoons of dried root in 2 cups of water for 15-20 minutes, then straining while hot. For medicinal use, the preparation is cooled to room temperature and taken in doses of 1/4 to 1/2 cup, 2-3 times daily for digestive ailments and as a blood purifier. The fresh leaves can also be crushed and applied directly as a poultice for external skin conditions, or prepared as a warm tea using 1 teaspoon of dried leaves steeped in hot water for 10 minutes.
In three languages
Kreyòl — Lafyèv, mòdi koulèv, enfeksyon po a, blesi, maladi vant, ak maladi poumon
Français — Fièvre, morsures de serpent, infections cutanées, blessures, troubles digestifs et affections 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