Medicinal Monographs
We are proud to be hosting the results of the Pharmacopoeia Monographs Project developed by the South African Traditional Medicines Research Group of the School of Pharmacy at the University of the Western Cape with support from the Medical Research Council and other participants. The monographs are presented as .pdf files.
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These monographs may be cited in publications as follows:
Scott, G. and Springfield, E.P. (2004). Pharmaceutical monographs for 60 South African plant species used as traditional medicines. South African National Biodversity Institute (SANBI) Plant Information Website at http://www.plantzafrica.com
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Medicinal Monographs 2004
by Scott G., Springfield E.P.
This herb is considered an effective remedy for cough, including whooping cough, bronchitis, colds and diarrhoea. It has been used for gynaecological problems and to treat convulsions. In the Western Cape leaf infusions are taken for headache, fever and stomach ache and applied externally to burn wounds.
by Scott G., Springfield E.P.
Used for the treatment of internal haemorrhoids, influenza, gynaecological problems and liver disorders.
by Scott G., Springfield E.P.
Treatment of cough, cold, sinusitis, malaria, menstrual pain.
by Scott G., Springfield E.P.
Internal: For the treatment of cancer, gastric ailments, gynaecological problems, backache, rheumatism, oedema and fevers; also as a bitter tonic or blood purifier. External: For the treatment of eye infections and wounds; as a douche for prolapse of the uterus.
by Scott G., Springfield E.P.
Preparations of this species are taken orally for gynaecological problems, stomach ache, intestinal worms and cardiac problems.
by Scott G., Springfield E.P.
Used throughout its range as a traditional remedy for cough, respiratory problems, stomach ache, diarrhoea, dropsy, angina pectoris, fever, malaria and dengue fever, yaws, headache, toothache and as an antiseptic.
by Scott G., Springfield E.P.
It is taken orally or applied externally to relieve bronchitis, asthma, headache, inflammation, chilblains or abdominal pains. Leaf infusions have also been reported to be diaphoretic.
by Scott G., Springfield E.P.
This species is highly regarded as an expectorant for the treatment of dry cough and as a remedy for colds, chest infections, sinusitis, malaria, venereal diseases, stomach ulcers, toothache and dermatological disorders.
by Scott G., Springfield E.P.
Bulb preparations are taken orally to treat fever, as a remedy for tuberculosis and influenza, as an antihypertensive or to expel intestinal worms. As a medicated bath, wild garlic is used for the treatment of paralysis, rheumatism and to reduce the temperature in a feverish patient. Wild garlic is also taken as a prophylactic against winter infections.
