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<h2 style="white-space:pre-line">KING OF THE FOREST (Senna alata)</h2>
INDIGITEA's 100% organic, sustainably wildcrafted Senna alata, is also known as King of the forest, Cassia alata, Candle bush, Ringworm bush, and Christmas candle. It has a long history of use in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, including skin infections, digestive issues, and respiratory problems. In Jamaica, it is traditionally used as a medicinal herb, particularly for its immune-boosting, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antifungal, analgesic effects and antimicrobial properties.  The tea is also used to cleanse and rebuild the body's system and fights Gonorrhea (Neisseria gonorrhoeae) and MRSA (drug-resistant staph).
Disclaimer: Traditional use supported by research. Not evaluated by the FDA. Consult a healthcare professional before use. COMING SOON 1 oz $14.99

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TRADITIONAL APPLICATIONS

SKIN CONDITIONS: Used to treat issues like ringworm and impetigo.
STOMACH AILMENTS: Addresses various stomach problems.
CONSTIPATION: Known as an effective laxative.
HYPERTENSION: Used to help regulate blood pressure.
MENSTRUAL DISTURBANCES: Reported to help normalize scanty menstruation. 
POWERFUL ANTI MICROBIAL: Effective against MRSA and fights Gonorrhea.


SCIENTIFIC BENEFITS  (Backed by Research)

1. ANTIMICROBIAL & ANTIBACTERIAL PROPERTIES 
- Contains quercetin & rhein, proven to disrupt bacterial cell walls and inhibit growth (J. Ethnopharmacol., 2011; Asian Pac. J. Trop. Biomed., 2015).  

Fights MRSA & gonorrhea (J. Appl. Pharm. Sci., 2016; Asian Pac. J. Trop. Med., 2017).

2. ANTI-INFLAMMATORY EFFECTS
- Reduces inflammation by suppressing TNF-α & IL-6 (J. Med. Plants Res., 2013; Pharm. Biol., 2016).  

3. NATURAL LAXATIVE
- Clinical trial-confirmed to relieve constipation safely (J. Tradit. Complement. Med., 2020; Fitoterapia, 2018).  

4. SUPPORTS HEART HEALTH 
- May help lower blood pressure & reduce arterial plaque (J. Cardiovasc. Pharmacol., 2017; Evid.-Based Complement. Altern. Med., 2019).  

 
Note: It's crucial to consult with a healthcare professional before using Cassia alata for any health concerns, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, or taking medication. These statements are based on scientific research but are not evaluated by the FDA.