Newbouldia

Newbouldia laevis

Family: Bignoniaceae Evidence: T decoctionpowderpoultice

West African sacred and medicinal tree planted as boundary marker. Used in Yoruba, Igbo, and Ewe traditional medicine for epilepsy, convulsions, fever, and infertility. Contains chrysoeriol, lapachol, and newbouldiaquinone. Important ritual and healing plant.

Safety Profile

PregnancyUnsafe
BreastfeedingInsufficient Data
PediatricNot Recommended

Contraindications

Pregnancy.

Interactions

Anticonvulsants, sedatives.

Side Effects

GI upset. Limited safety data.

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