Labashu | A medicinal plant in the Akhdar encyclopedia
Traditional use is varied but lacks sufficient evidence of effectiveness. Study results should be interpreted according to the type of extract, dosage, and quality of evidence, and should not replace medical diagnosis or treatment.
Plant name
Lipshoe
Latin name
Handroanthus impetiginosus
Common names
Lipshoe
foreign names
Handroanthus impetiginosus
The group
Hemnoniaceae
Habitat and Geographic Distribution
Central and South America
Botanical description
A plant species belonging to the Bignoniaceae family, the scientific name Handroanthus impetiginosus is used as an accurate reference to avoid confusion with similar popular names.
Used part
inner bark
chemical components
Naphthoquinones, including Lapacol
Properties and medical uses
Traditional use is varied but lacks sufficient evidence of effectiveness.
Study results should be interpreted according to the type of extract, dosage, and quality of evidence, and should not replace medical diagnosis or treatment.
pharmaceutical forms
Preparations from the inner bark may be available as tea, powder, or standardized extract depending on the plant and local regulations; dosages vary drastically between forms and are not inferred from this record.
Side effects and precautions
High doses may cause bleeding and nausea and should be avoided during pregnancy.
Consult a healthcare professional if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, have liver or kidney disease, or are taking chronic medications.
the environment
Central and South America
Agriculture and productivity
The aforementioned native environment and species requirements of Handroanthus impetiginosus are taken into account, with botanically certified propagation material obtained and collection of threatened wild species avoided.
History and Heritage
Central and South America.
This traditional usage illustrates the historical context and does not, on its own, prove therapeutic efficacy.
Medical note
This is educational content and does not constitute medical advice.
Do not consume any unidentified plant, do not stop taking prescribed medication, and contact emergency services or a poison control center if poisoning is suspected.
تنبيه صحي
هذه المعلومات للتثقيف ولا تمثل وصفة علاجية.
استشر طبيباً أو صيدلانياً قبل استخدام أي نبات طبي، خاصة أثناء الحمل أو الرضاعة أو عند تناول أدوية مزمنة.
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