Albizia anthelmintica Worm-bark false-thorn

Family: Fabaceae

Scientific Name: Albizia anthelmintica

Common names: Worm-bark false-thorn, Wurmbasvalsdoring, Worm-cure albizia, Monoga

SANTN: 150

Description:

Medical uses: The bark is used as a effective anthelmintic for tapeworm and other worms in stock and humans. Roots and stem bark are used to treat numerous conditions, including fever, venereal disease and rheumatism.

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Other uses: Bark used for basket weaving.

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Credits: Christian Fourie.