Scientific name: Cinchona Officinalis. Cinchona plants belong to the family Rubiaceae and are large shrubs or small trees with evergreen foliage, growing 5 to 15 m (16 to 49 ft) in height. All are native to the tropical Andean forests of western South America. Cinchona is the national tree of Peru. The Italian professor of medicine Bernardino Ramazzini said that the introduction of Peruvian bark would be of the same importance to medicine that the discovery of gunpowder was to the art of war. Has been historically sought after for its medicinal value, used as a treatment for fevers and malaria due to quinine contents from the bark. Cinchona is used for increasing appetite, promoting the release of digestive juices and treating bloating, fullness, and other stomach problems. It is also used for blood vessel disorders including hemorrhoids, varicose veins, and leg cramps. The traditional way to make a decoction is to grind 1g of the bark into powder boil it and drink it as a tea. Attention: The daily total dose should not exceed 3g and no one should administer Cichone decoction without consulting a doctor. Remember: Herbs are not a substitute for medicine. For their best and safe use it is better to consult your doctor. This item is in the category “Health & Beauty\Natural & Alternative Remedies\Herbal Remedies & Resins”. The seller is “agora_greek_deli” and is located in this country: GR. This item can be shipped worldwide.
- Netweight: 1950 grams (68.8 oz)
- Country/Region of Manufacture: Peru
- Main Purpose: Blood Health, Fever, Digestive Health
- Formulation: Bark
- Administration: Oral, Topical
- Type: Herb
- Features: Natural
- Expiration Date: 09/2023
- When to Take: Before Meal
- Active Ingredients: Chinchona
- Ingredients: Cinchona
- Brand: AgoraMarket
- Scent: Herbal