Cryptolepis is a perennial shrub known botanically as Cryptolepis sanguinolenta, belonging to the...
Cryptolepis is a perennial shrub known botanically as Cryptolepis sanguinolenta, belonging to the Apocynaceae family. It's also commonly known as "nibima", 'kadze", "gangamau", "Ghana quinine", and "yellow-dye root". Cryptolepis grows up to 4 meters in height.
Parts Used: Root
Wildcrafted
Country of Origin: Thailand
Uses and Benefits:
- Inflammation
- Liver Health
- Digestion
Cryptolepis is the source of:
- Cryptolepine
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Quindoline
- Neocryptolepine
Traditional Uses:
Cryptolepis is a plant of great importance in West African folk medicine. Fulani folk healers have traditionally used an extract of Cryptolepis to treat liver health issues. People in Zaire and the Casamance district of Senegal have commonly used tinctures made of the roots of Cryptolepis to relieve gastrointestinal tract related conditions. People living in Ghana have traditionally utilized the plant’s root to prepare decoctions for upper respiratory system health, urinary tract infections, fever, as well as joint health support.
Modern Studies:
Cryptolepis is used for inflammation relief and to soothe various infection symptoms, including fever. According to research, the plant is a source of valuable alkaloids, such as Cryptolepine, which is considered one of the plant’s major active constituents contributing to its traditional uses.
Fun Fact
Cryptolepis is an ingredient in a traditional herbal tea that is commonly used to cure malaria.
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