Tribulus cistoides L., Sp. Pl. 1: 387 (1753).
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| Tribulus cistoides L., Photo by Tan Trinh |
The native range of this species is Cape Verde, Eritrea to Mozambique and Pacific. It is an annual or subshrub and grows primarily in the seasonally dry tropical biome. It is used to treat unspecified medicinal disorders, as a medicine and for food.
Vietnamese names:
Ớt sầu, Quỷ kiến sầu to
Family:
Zygophyllaceae
Uses:
- Nourishes the kidneys and boosts virility, increases libido, and improves sexual function.
- General health: Helps lower high blood pressure and supports the treatment of rheumatism.
- Diuretic: Promotes diuresis and helps reduce inflammation.
Distribution:
Southern coastal areas; grows naturally.
Flowering and fruiting season:
January–December.
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