Croton oligandrus
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Christ Kombil, West & Central Africa programme
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Christ Kombil, West & Central Africa programme
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Christ Kombil, West & Central Africa programme
Description
A small shrub of the Euphorbiaceae family found in tropical regions.
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Edible Uses
The leaves are edible with caution.
Medicinal Uses
A decoction of the bark is used in the treatment of colic. The powdered bark is sniffed to treat nasal tumours, and it is externally applied to treat scabies.
Known Hazards
Caution advised when consuming leaves.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Africa, Cameroon, Central Africa, Congo R,
Cultivation
Most Croton species are relatively indifferent to their habitat and can grow on a wide range of soils in both disturbed and undisturbed vegetation.
Other Uses
The wood is used in carpentry.
References (1)
- Nkeoua, G. & Boundzanga, G. C., 1999, Donnees sur les produits forestieres non ligneux en Republique du Congo. FAO. p 23
