As Medicine: Leaf juice used for anemic patients. Fruits are used to cure snake bites, lower fever and for rhuematic aches
Cooking Without Prior Boiling: N/A
Boiling Before Cooking: N/A
Pickling: N/A
Brining: N/A
Fermenting: N/A
Drying for later Consumption: Yes
Overall Method: Fruits are eaten raw.
Nutritional & Medicinal Benefits
Nutritional Benefit: High in macronutrients and minerals. Rich source of potassium and calcium. Antiulcer, antifungal, antiparasitic, antiviral, and antibacterial properties
Medicinal Benefit: Treat cough and rheumatism. Anti-viral and antibacterial. Leaves are blood purifying and cooling.
Tribal Wisdom
Tribal Wisdom: Use leaves to treat open wounds; stems to cure fever and cough
Recipes / Usage
Tribal Recipe / Usage: Eat the fruits when fully ripe, they have a sweet and peppery taste.
