Leprous Tree
Jatropha Curcas
Ma Feng Shu

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Properties in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Part(s) used

Bark and leaf

Potential toxicity/side effects

Functions/effects it is traditionally believed to have

To dissipate stasis and disperse swelling, stanch bleeding, relieve pain, kill worms and relieve itch.

Conditions/symptoms it is traditionally used to treat

Stasis swelling from knocks and falls, fracture and pain, contusion in joints, bleeding from wounds, leprosy (leprosy), scab and lichen, eczema, tinea capitis, ulcer of lower limb, foot lichen, trichomonas vaginalis.