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December 17, 2019

Portulacaria afra


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Portulacaria afra
Portulacaria afra

Portulacaria afra (iNtelezi, Porkbush, Spekboom) is used for sore throat and mouth infections while the astringent juice is used for soothing skin ailments such as pimples, rashes and insect bites. It is a popular ornamental plant.

Botanical Name
Portulacaria afra
Broad Use Categories
Digestive Disorders, Eco-Gardening, Edible, Injuries and Poisoning, Respiratory Disorders, Skin Disorders
Application (Uses)
blisters, corns, fodder, insect bites & stings, pimples, rashes, sore throat, sunburn
Aloe vera
Aloe vera

Aloe vera (Barbados aloe) is an intensely bitter herb that controls fungal infection, is anti-inflammatory, and promotes healing. It also destroys intestinal parasites and stimulates the uterus.

Botanical Name
Aloe vera
Broad Use Categories
Digestive Disorders, Infections, Injuries and Poisoning, Medicinal Use (Not Categorized), Poisonous, Skin Disorders
Application (Uses)
burns and scalds, constipation, eczema, sunburn, wounds

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