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Diospyros mespiliformis
This herb is NOT recommended during pregnancy due to potential risks to the developing fetus.
This herb is NOT recommended while breastfeeding as effects on infants are unknown.
Consult your healthcare provider before use.
Wide-ranging African ebony tree used across sub-Saharan Africa for malaria, chest conditions, dysentery, and skin conditions.
Wide-ranging African ebony tree used across sub-Saharan Africa for malaria, chest conditions, dysentery, and skin conditions. Key active compounds include naphthoquinones, plumbagin, tannins.
naphthoquinones, along with plumbagin and tannins, are the primary bioactive compounds in Diospyros Mespiliformis. These compounds modulates NF-κB and COX-2 inflammatory pathways, disrupts microbial cell membranes and inhibits pathogen growth.
Antimalarial activity
Limited clinical evidence; primarily supported by traditional use and preliminary studies
Antibacterial effects
Limited clinical evidence; primarily supported by traditional use and preliminary studies
Anti-inflammatory properties
Antifungal action
Malaria
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
Chest conditions
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
Dysentery
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
Skin disorders
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
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