Voacanga africana is a small tropical tree native to West Africa. Its traditional medicinal uses by various African tribes. The seeds and bark of Voacanga africana contain alkaloids such as voacangine and voacamine, which have stimulant and psychoactive properties. In traditional medicine, Voacanga Africana has been used for various purposes such as treating malaria, increasing energy levels, and as a stimulant.
Voacanga Africana has dark green, glossy leaves and white to yellow flowers. The seeds form in yellow clusters inside a fruit, turning brown upon drying. Voacanga seeds and bark have been traditionally used as a poison, a cerebral stimulant, an aphrodisiac, for memory recall and for ancestral contact. Modern interest has been aroused in voacanga’s ability to treat drug dependency.
However, it’s important to note that the plant contains potent alkaloids and should be used with caution due to potential side effects and health risks when misused.
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