Cinchona australis

Cinchona australis, also known as the South American cinchona, is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae, native to the Andean region.

The bark of the cinchona australis plant has been used medicinally for centuries due to its high content of quinine, a natural compound that has been shown to have anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and antimalarial properties.

The health benefits of cinchona australis include the treatment of malaria, fever reduction, and relief from muscle and joint pain, making it a valuable herb in traditional medicine.

Cinchona australis can be prepared as a herbal tea, infusion, or tincture, with the bark typically being dried and ground into a powder before use.