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Victoria amazonica

Nutritive

Victoria amazonica

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Last updated Mar 30, 2026

Description

Giant aquatic plant of the Amazon with floating leaves up to 3m diameter, used by Amazonian indigenous peoples.

Active Compounds

alkaloidstanninsstarchflavonoids

Traditional Uses

Traditional Amazonian indigenous medicine for fever and pain
Used as food source by Amazon river people

Modern Uses

Traditional fever remedy
Anti-inflammatory
Nutritive food source
Folk pain relief

Dosage Information

Recommended dosing guidelines

Forms: tea, other
Adult Dose: Tea from dried parts traditional; no standard dosage established
Child Dose: Not well established for children
Preparation Notes: Seeds edible and nutritious; world largest water lily

Safety Information

Generally safe during pregnancy

Generally safe while nursing

Contraindications

No specific contraindications established

Possible Side Effects

No well-documented adverse effects

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Victoria amazonica

Description

Active Compounds

Traditional Uses

Modern Uses

Contraindications

Possible Side Effects