Calumba Colombo Dried Whole Root

Description

Latin Name: Jateorhiza Palmata

Origin Country: Malawi

Jateorhiza palmata, commonly known as Chancapiedra or Stonebreaker, is a tropical herb native to the Amazon rainforest and other regions of Central and South America. It thrives in warm, humid environments and has been used for centuries in traditional medicine for its various health benefits. The plant is known for its slightly bitter, earthy flavour, which makes it suitable for preparing herbal teas.

 BENEFITS

– Jateorhiza palmata has the bitter compounds stimulate appetite, aid digestion, and help with conditions like indigestion, bloating, and dyspepsia.

– Colmbo root contains alkaloids like jatrorrhizine, which may alleviate fever and help reduce inflammation in the body.

– Traditionally, it helps maintain a healthy gut, making it useful for digestive infections such as diarrhoea.

– Colombo root used as a general health tonic to strengthen the body, particularly during recovery from illness.

-Colombo Root Tea

Place 1 teaspoon of dried Colombo root in a cup. You can chop the whole root, in order to be more useful. Pour 1 cup of boiling water over it and let it steep for 10–15 minutes. Strain and drink before meals to aid digestion. Drink 1-2 cups per day.

– Jateorhiza palmata is generally considered safe for consumption when used in moderate amounts.

– Some individuals may experience mild digestive issues like bloating or stomach upset when consuming the herb, especially in larger doses.

– In rare cases, Colombo root may cause allergic reactions, such as itching, rashes, or respiratory discomfort.

– In excessive doses, the root may result mild dizziness.

– Jateorhiza palmata is NOT recommended during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

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