Dragon's Blood (Dracaena draco)
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Overview
Dragon’s blood derives its name from the deep red sap or latex that oozes from the tree when the bark is cut. A prized rainforest medicine, the latex is applied to wounds, fractures, skin infections, and insect bites. Internally, it is taken to treat diarrhea and dysentery, stomach ulcers, viral infections, and as a vaginal bath before and following childbirth.
Traditional uses & properties
Antiseptic, antiviral
Traditional preparations
Traditional texts describe the preparations below, and where those texts give specific amounts, the amounts are quoted here as part of that record. This is a record of historical practice, not a dosage recommendation - the figures are what the sources say, not what HerbMate tells you to take. Amounts, potency, and safe use vary enormously by preparation, plant part, and person.
Applying the tree latex to fractures can aid healing.
Safety & precautions
Can permanently stain clothing
Drug & food interactions
Interaction data is not available for this herb - talk to a pharmacist before combining it with any medication. A blank entry here means we have not documented interactions, not that none exist.
Traditionally used for
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Frequently asked questions
What is Dragon's Blood (Dracaena draco) traditionally used for?
Traditional sources describe Dragon's Blood (Dracaena draco) as follows: Antiseptic, antiviral
How is Dragon's Blood (Dracaena draco) prepared?
Traditional texts describe the preparations below, and where those texts give specific amounts, the amounts are quoted here as part of that record. This is a record of historical practice, not a dosage recommendation - the figures are what the sources say, not what HerbMate tells you to take. Amounts, potency, and safe use vary enormously by preparation, plant part, and person. Bone Fractures: Applying the tree latex to fractures can aid healing.
What safety cautions apply to Dragon's Blood (Dracaena draco)?
Can permanently stain clothing
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