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Spondias

Antimicrobial

Spondias mombin

PregnancyNursing

Last updated Mar 29, 2026

Description

Tropical tree of Americas and Africa; leaves and bark used in traditional medicine across West Africa and Latin America for multiple conditions.

Active Compounds

quercetinrutinkaempferoltanninssaponins

Traditional Uses

Wound healing across tropical Africa and Americas
Diarrhea and dysentery
Fever treatment
Used by Indigenous Amazonian peoples and West African healers

Modern Uses

Antimicrobial
Astringent
Anti-inflammatory
Wound healing

Dosage Information

Recommended dosing guidelines

Forms: tea, tincture, topical
Adult Dose: 2–3 g leaves as tea; bark decoction 2–4 g; topical poultice
Child Dose: 1–2 g tea for children
Preparation Notes: Leaves and bark used; pleasant flavored fruit edible; widespread tropical tree

Safety Information

Generally safe during pregnancy

Generally safe while nursing

Contraindications

No known significant contraindications

Possible Side Effects

GI upset in excess

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