Paraspalathus ascendens

Paraspalathus ascendens, also known as the bushman's poison or devil's thorn, is a plant species native to southern Africa.

It is a succulent shrub with medicinal properties, containing toxic compounds such as parspalathin and parspalagin, which have been traditionally used to treat various health conditions.

The plant has been found to have antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties, offering potential health benefits including the treatment of wounds, skin conditions, and infections.

Paraspalathus ascendens is often prepared as a herbal decoction or infusion, and its extracts have also been used in traditional medicine to treat conditions such as rheumatism and fever.