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Cayenne, Capsicum minimum, Capsicum frutescens

Common name

African pepper, chillies, bird pepper

Where it's found

native to Zanzibar, but is now cultivated in most tropical and sub-tropical countries, such as Sierra Leone, Japan, Madagascar.

Which parts are used?

the flowers and the herb

What it does

Possibly the purest and best stimulant in herbal medicine. It produces natural warmth, aids circulation and eases weakness of hte stomache and intestines. Cayenne is added to tonics and is said to generally ward of disease. It can prevent development of colds and fevers.

How it's taken

powdered fruit, tincture, capsules, dietary item.