Picrasma quassioides
Picrasma quassioides
Picrasma quassioides is a plant that has been incorporated into traditional medicinal practices. Traditionally, it is used to treat fever, relieve itch, act as a pulicide, and support stomach function in various folk medicine systems. Its use spans multiple folk medicine traditions, though specific cultural contexts are not detailed. Scientific investigations are limited; few studies have examined its therapeutic effects or safety profile. No major safety concerns have been reported in the literature. No drug interactions have been documented.
- Traditionally for
- fever · itch
- Traditions
- traditional
- Cautions
- —
Informational only. Traditional use does not mean proven effectiveness. Evidence and safety vary — check the cited sources.
Traditional use
- fever
- itch
- pulicide
- stomachic
Frequently asked questions
What is Picrasma quassioides?
Picrasma quassioides (Picrasma quassioides) is a plant documented in FolkKB's traditional-medicine reference, drawn from sourced literature and cross-checked against the evidence.
What is Picrasma quassioides traditionally used for?
Traditional sources record Picrasma quassioides for: fever, itch, pulicide, stomachic. This reflects traditional use, not a proven medical treatment.
Which traditions use Picrasma quassioides?
Picrasma quassioides appears in these traditions in our sources: traditional.
Is Picrasma quassioides safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Picrasma quassioides in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Picrasma quassioides interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Picrasma quassioides in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
Is Picrasma quassioides a proven treatment?
No. FolkKB is informational only. Traditional use and early findings are not proof of efficacy or safety — consult a qualified professional and never self-treat.
Sources
- T3 Dr. Duke's Ethnobotanical Database public domain (USDA ARS — attribute Dr. Duke's)