Summary: Alchornea castaneifolia (Unknown) is a plant in the Euphorbiaceae family. Verdica documents 0 traditional uses, 0 phytochemical compounds, and 0 herb-drug interactions for this species.
Iporuru. Alchornea castaneifolia. A medicinal plant known in South America, Iporuru (Alchornea castaneifolia) is a shrubby tree with an open crown and a straight, slender bole. It grows up to 8-10 m tall. It is known for its anti-inflammatory and pain relieving properties, and also widely used as an aphrodisiac and general tonic to the reproductive system. It has been used as a traditional medicine by the indigenous people of the Amazon where the bark and leaves are prepared in many different ways and are used for different purposes like remedies for rheumatism, arthritis, colds, and muscle pains. Indigenous people in Peru have used iporuru as remedy for osteoarthritis symptoms, and in aiding flexibility and range of motion. Tribes like Candochi-Shapra and the Shipibo Indian tribes use the plant?s bark and roots for treating rheumatism as well. Tikuna tribe, on the other hand, prevents diarrhea by taking one tablespoon of the plant?s bark decoction before meal. Iporuru?s leaves are crushed to relieve joints pain, and beaten into a paste to relieve pain from stingray wounds. Other names: Iporuru, Iporoni, Iporuro, Ipururo, Ipurosa, Macochihua, Niando, Pajaro
| Sunlight | Full sun to partial shade |
| Watering | Low — drought tolerant; let soil dry completely |
| Soil | Well-drained, sandy |
| Hardiness Zone | Varies (USDA 5-12) |
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