Tansy (Tanezi)

Traditionally used

Traditionally used to expel intestinal parasites and to encourage delayed menstruation. This bitter herb has also been employed for digestive complaints and as an insect repellent, though great caution is required due to its toxicity in larger doses.

Prepared as

Prepared as a weak infusion using 1 teaspoon of dried leaves per cup of boiling water, steeped for 5-10 minutes. Only very small amounts should be used due to toxicity concerns.

In three languages

Kreyòl — Yo itilize l tradisyonèlman pou chase parazit nan vant yo ak pou ankouraje règ ki gen reta. Zèb anmè sa a yo te itilize tou pou pwoblèm dijestyon yo ak kòm yon bagay ki chase ensèk yo, men fòk nou fè anpil atansyon paske li ka fè pwoblèm nan gwo dòz.

Français — Traditionnellement utilisée pour expulser les parasites intestinaux et pour encourager les menstruations retardées. Cette herbe amère a aussi été employée pour les troubles digestifs et comme répulsif contre les insectes, bien qu'une grande prudence soit requise en raison de sa toxicité à doses élevées.

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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