Mountain Herb Estate - SENNA (Senna alexandrina)

Plant Information

Common Name: SENNA
Scientific Name: Senna alexandrina
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Description:

Perennial
Shrub with feathery leaves and small yellow flowers
Native to tropical Africa
Full Sun

Parts Used:

Leaves and pods

Medicinal Uses. It is said that:

One of the best known herbal remedies
Good short term laxative
Laxative to treat acute (occasional) constipation
Ensure a soft stool after anal-rectal surgery, or when painful hemorrhoids are present
Not to be used for chronic constipation

New! We also have several herbal products available including tinctures and dried herbs!

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