Cinchona

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Also known as:  Jesuit’s Bark;  Peruvian Bark

 

Description

Cinchona is a genus of forty species and hybrids of evergreen tree used as an Herb.

 

Botanical Names

 Cinchona cuprea

 Cinchona succirubra

 Both species of Cinchona belong to the Madder (Rubiaceae) family.

 

Parts Used

 Bark from Tree

 

Health Benefits of Cinchona

Digestive System

 Cinchona (bark) may alleviate Diarrhea (according to folklore). 

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