The bark is widely used in African traditional medicine to treat malaria, fever, stomach disorders, rheumatism, and infections. It contains alkaloids with antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties. Decoctions are commonly prepared from the bark for digestive and immune support. Due to its potency, dosage must be carefully controlled as high amounts may be toxic.
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Highly valued medicinal tree known for its bitter bark with strong therapeutic properties. It is drought-resistant, adaptable to various soil types, and plays an ecological role in supporting local biodiversity. The bright fruits also attract birds and wildlife, aiding seed dispersal.
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Strychnos henningsii Gilg
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🌱 Story of Red Bitterberry
Strychnos henningsii is a medium-sized evergreen tree with a dense, rounded crown and dark green glossy leaves. It produces small greenish flowers and distinctive round fruits that turn reddish-orange when ripe. The bark is dark and rough, commonly harvested in traditional medicine. The tree thrives in woodland and forest margins and is drought-tolerant once established.
This tree heals the planet
Every single day, Red Bitterberry gives back
☁️ CO₂ Absorbed
20 kg/yr
≈ 100 km of car emissions offset annually
💨 Oxygen Released
15 kg/yr
💧 Water Conserved
3,400 L/yr
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Age
10.0m
Height
50yr
Lifespan
Mature
Stage
📋 Details
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Family
Loganiaceae
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Native Status
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City
Kollam
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Location
Private Property
🩺 Medicinal Properties
The bark is widely used in African traditional medicine to treat malaria, fever, stomach disorders, rheumatism, and infections. It contains alkaloids with antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties. Decoctions are commonly prepared from the bark for digestive and immune support. Due to its potency, dosage must be carefully controlled as high amounts may be toxic.
✨ What makes Red Bitterberry special
Highly valued medicinal tree known for its bitter bark with strong therapeutic properties. It is drought-resistant, adaptable to various soil types, and plays an ecological role in supporting local biodiversity. The bright fruits also attract birds and wildlife, aiding seed dispersal.
