African Bitterbush

Light Conditions:

• Full Sun:
  Place african bitterbush in a location that receives 6 to 8 hours of sunlight per day.

Soil:

• Well-drained soil that can be either poor or average in nutrients.

Watering Frequency:

• Moderate watering. Water the soil primarily when the soil is dry or almost dry.
• African bitterbush is drought tolerant once established but be sure to check on its watering needs especially in the dry season and shortly after transplanting.

Pruning:

• Prune (deadhead) stems or leaves when they appear to wilt, look diseased or turn yellow.
• Pruning can aid in stimulating new growth and make the plant bushier.

Saponins and Alkaloids, Terpenes, Steroids, Coumarins, Flavonoids, Phenolic Acids, Lignans, Xanthones and Anthraquinone, Edotides and Sesquiterpenes

African Bitterbush is antimicrobial, antiparasitic and antioxidant. Its antiparasitic properties make it a good anthelmintic for eliminating internal parasites or parasitic worms in humans or animals. It is traditionally used for amoebic dysentery, bacteria infections, diabetes, gastrointestinal disorders, kidney problems, liver diseases, malaria and nausea. It has also been applied as a fertility inducer.

Entire Plant -

Stems -

Leaves -

Environmental, Soil Erosion Control -

Leaves can be washed to reduce the bitterness but studies have shown that this lessens the antidiabetic and antioxidant properties.

It is advised that you consult with your physician before taking any herbal medicine.