Xylopia Aethiopica Herb Uses, Benefits, Cures, Side Effects, Nutrients

Avoid use during Pregnancy, Breast Feeding.

Xylopia Aethiopica is a tree.
It is an evergreen.
It grows in a tropical climate.
It grows up to 30 M.
Best used for Rheumatism.

Xylopia Aethiopica is an African traditional medicine.
An infusion of the plant's bark and fruit is used in the treatment of Bronchitis and Dysenteric conditions. It is used as a medicine for Biliousness and Fever pains.
The Bark stepped in Palm Wine is used to treat Asthma, Stomach ache and Rheumatism.
The powdered Bark is used to treat Ulcers.
The root of Xylopia Aethiopica is aromatic. It is used as a mouthwash for Toothaches.
The powdered form of root is used externally as a dressing for Sores, Gingivitis and in the local Cancer treatment.
A decoction of leaves and roots is used as a Tonic. It treats Fever and Debility.
A decoction of leaves is an Emetic. It is used to treat Rheumatism. The powdered leaf form is used for treating Headaches.
The fruit of Ethiopian Pepper or Xylopia Aethiopica is very effective. It is Carminative, Purgative, Emmenagogue, Antitussive, Anthelmintic and Rubefacient. The fruits act as a tonic to improve fertility in women. It is also recommended to the women who has just become mother.
The seeds hold different medicinal properties. They are Emetic, Galactagogue, Rubefacient, Stimulant and Vermifuge. The ground seed increases the milk flow in lactating mothers. An extract of seeds treats Roundworms in the Body. Crushed seeds are used for Headache and Neuralgia.