Psorospermum febrifugum
West African tree used in Malian and Burkinabe traditional medicine for malaria, skin diseases, and leprosy. Contains psorospermone xanthone with documented antitumor activity against leukemia cells. Name references fever-treating properties.
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Photosensitizing drugs, antimalarials.
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Photosensitivity. GI upset.
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