Author: 
  Scott G.  Springfield E.P.  |  Date: 
  2025   
  Source:    |   Copyright: 
  South African National Biodiversity Institute  South African Medical Research Council  University of the Western Cape
  
  A leaf infusion is used as a mild purgative and in the treatment of inflammation, chest colds, hypertension and arthritis. Externally, a leaf infusion or decoction is used as a gargle for sore throat or fevers and applied locally to treat haemorrhoids or oral thrush.
  
  Dodonaea augustifolia  medicinal plants