Grewia Tenax

Grewia tenax

Family: Malvaceae Evidence: T decoctionpowder

Sahelian and Arabian shrub used in Sudanese and Yemeni traditional medicine for anemia, trachoma, and as galactagogue. Fruit is nutritious — eaten fresh or dried across the Sahel. Root decoction for chest complaints. Contains flavonoids and tannins.

Safety Profile

PregnancyLikely Safe
BreastfeedingLikely Safe
PediatricSafe

Contraindications

None well established for fruit.

Interactions

Unknown.

Side Effects

Fruit safe as food. Root/bark — GI upset.

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