Pharmacosycea adhatodifolia
Pharmacosycea adhatodifolia, also known as the "Palo de Vampiro" or "Ghost Tree," is a tropical plant native to Central and South America, belonging to the family Phytolaccaceae.
The plant has been used in traditional medicine for its medicinal properties, which include anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and antiparasitic effects.
The health benefits of Pharmacosycea adhatodifolia include the treatment of fever, wounds, and skin conditions, as well as its use as an insect repellent.
Pharmacosycea adhatodifolia is often prepared as an infusion, poultice, or tincture, and is also used in traditional folk remedies to ward off evil spirits and vampires, hence its name "Palo de Vampiro".