| Family: Flacourtiaceae
Genus: Casearia
Species: sylvestris
Synonyms: Samyda parviflora, Casearia
parviflora, Anavinga samyda
Common Names: guacatonga, guassatonga, wild
coffee, burro-kaa, café-bravo, cafeiillo, café silvestre, congonhas-de-bugre,
corta-lengua, crack-open, dondequiera, erva-de-bugre, erva de pontada, guayabillo, mahajo,
papelite, pau de lagarto, piraquina, raton, sarnilla, ucho caspi
Parts Used: Bark, Leaves
Main Preparation Method: infusion or capsules
Main Actions (in order):
anticancerous, antitumorous, antiulcerous, antivenin, anti-inflammatory
Main Uses:
- for cancer (sarcoma, carcinoma, and adenocarcinoma)
- for stomach disorders (ulcers, acid reflux, indigestion, dyspepsia, stomachache)
- as an antivenin for snake, spider, and bee bites and stings
- as a topical analgesic (pain-reliever) and anti-inflammatory for skin diseases, rashes,
and wounds
- as a blood purifier and general detoxification
Properties/Actions Documented by Research:
analgesic (pain-reliever), antacid, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, anticancerous,
antifungal, antitumorous, antiulcerous, antivenin, gastroprotective (protects the gastric
tract)
Other Properties/Actions Documented by Traditional Use:
anesthetic, antihemorrhagic (reduces bleeding), antimutagenic (cellular protector),
antiseptic, antiviral, astringent, blood cleanser, detoxifier, digestive stimulant, wound
healer
Cautions: none
SUGGESTED
USE: Take 1 - 2 Capsules Daily
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been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. The information contained in this
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only. This information is not intended to be used to diagnose, prescribe or replace proper
medical care. The plant described herein is not intended to treat, cure, diagnose,
mitigate or prevent any disease. |