Parquetina nigrescens is recognized as both a medicinal plant from the Periplocaceae family, traditionally utilized for treating hemorrhoidal disease, and a perennial twine from the Asclepiadaceae family, it is commonly employed in traditional medicine for its various medicinal properties. Its applications highlight its significance in local herbal practices and its potential therapeutic benefits.
Key Benefits & Uses:
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- Metabolic Health: Helps manage diabetes (antidiabetic) and lowers blood sugar, also used for high cholesterol.
- Pain & Inflammation: Alleviates headaches, back pain, inflammation, rheumatism, and acts as an analgesic.
- Blood & Immunity: Treats anemia, supports immune system, and shows anti-sickling properties (for sickle cell).
- Aphrodisiac: Pulverized roots and stem bark are traditionally used to boost libido and sexual function.
- Wound Healing: Leaf sap and latex applied to wounds, burns, abscesses, and even to extract thorns.
- Digestive Health: Used for diarrhea, intestinal worms, nausea, and vomiting.
- Antioxidant Power: Contains flavonoids, tannins, and phenolic compounds, fighting oxidative stress.
