Jurubeba Powder
Jurubeba is a small tree that grows up to 3 m high, with heart-shaped leaves that are smooth on top and fuzzy underneath. It produces a small, yellow fruit and lilac or white flowers.
The indigenous uses of jurubeba are very poorly documented, but its uses in Brazilian herbal medicine have been described quite well. Jurubeba is listed as an official drug in the Brazilian Pharmacopoeia as a specific for anemia and liver disorders.
Preparation
Use 2 grams (1 teaspoon) per serve. Add 1 teaspoon of herb per cup. Mix into a paste with honey, add hot water.
Specifications for Jurubeba Powder
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Botanical Name |
Solanum paniculatum |
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Organic Status |
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Plant Part |
Aerials |
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Precautions |
Vegan Friendly

