Strychnos lucida R. Br. Strychnos roborans A.W. Hill. Powder 100g. Saintignatus Bean

Dried Strychnos lucida R. Br. / Strychnos roborans A.W. Hill Powder 100g.

Strychnos lucida, commonly known in traditional medicine as Phaya Mue Lek (Ironwood), is a perennial shrub used in Southeast Asian herbal systems. In powdered form, it is traditionally incorporated into decoctions and topical preparations for musculoskeletal discomfort, fever balance, and chronic condition support.

Key Features

• Traditionally used to support relief from aches, stiffness, and musculoskeletal pain
• Commonly included in traditional formulations for fever reduction and internal heat balance
• Known in folk medicine for chronic disease and systemic weakness support
• Traditionally associated with circulatory and anti-inflammatory effects
• Used in external herbal applications for numbness and localized pain relief
• Included in traditional systems for neurological and musculoskeletal balance

Traditional Uses

• Traditionally used to support relief from paralysis-like symptoms, stiffness, and muscle weakness
• Commonly used for chronic joint pain, tendon tightness, and body aches
• Traditionally used in folk medicine for fever, chills, and malaria-related conditions
• Used in herbal systems for phlegm reduction and blood disorder support
• Traditionally applied externally for localized numbness and inflammatory pain
• Used in traditional scalp treatments for dandruff and itching conditions

Traditional Preparation Methods

Herbal Decoction:
The powdered herb is boiled in water and consumed as a traditional drink for fever reduction, chills, and internal imbalance support.

External Poultice:
The powder or freshly ground root is mixed with white liquor and applied externally to affected areas such as numbness, stiffness, or muscle weakness.

Topical Application (Scalp/skin):
The powder is mixed with clean water and applied externally to the scalp or affected skin areas to support relief from itching and dandruff.

Botanical Information

Scientific Name: Strychnos lucida R.Br. / Strychnos roborans A.W. Hill
Common Names: Phaya Mue Lek, Ironwood, Saintignatus Bean
Plant Family: Loganiaceae
Part Used: Dried Plant Powder