Interactions: Other laxatives (additive effect)

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  • Senna alata

    Botanical Overview Senna alata, belonging to the Fabaceae family, is a tropical plant commonly known as candle bush, ringworm bush, or empress candle plant. The primary parts used medicinally include the leaves, flowers, and seeds. It is native to tropical America but is widely naturalized in West Africa and Southeast Asia. Latin name: Senna alata…


  • Frangula alnus

    Botanical Overview Frangula alnus, commonly known as Alder buckthorn, Glossy buckthorn, Frangula, or Black alder, belongs to the family Rhamnaceae. The medicinal part used traditionally is the bark. This small deciduous tree or shrub is native to Europe, Western Asia, and Northern Africa where it commonly grows in moist habitats. Energetics Frangula alnus bark has…