Indigenous to East and South Africa and introduced into the West Indies.
It is sometimes reffered to as Wands of Heaven,. because of it's legendary healing powers.
Juice from the leaves.
Treats constipation, indigestion and lack of appetite. The liquid form may be used externally to ease skin irritation and sunburn. A well-known cure for mastitis.
Fluid extract, powdered extact, decoction, tincture.