Taxon

Warburgia salutaris

Warburgia salutaris - Peperbasboom, Pepper bark tree, Manaka, Isibhaha
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Common name: Peperbasboom, Pepper bark tree, Manaka, Isibhaha
Family: Canellaceae (Canella)
Distribution: Malawi, Swaziland, Zimbabwe, South Africa (KZN, M, LP)
Habitat: Tropical forests and woodlands
IUCN Red list: Endangered
National red list: Endangered
Life form: Evergreen tree
Usage: Medicinal
Comments: This species is now found only in protected areas. The bark, stems, roots and leaves are used to treat colds and respiratory complaints. It is used as a tonic for an array of health conditions including fever, malaria, influenza, coughs and as a natural antibiotic for chest infections. The inner bark is extremely pungent, hence the English common name pepperbark tree. Due to its popularity its been severely overharvested in South Africa.
Links: iSpot • IUCN Red List • Red List of South African Plants • SANBI PlantZAfrica

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