Pseudopanax discolor

Pseudopanax discolor, also known as the fivefinger, is a plant species native to New Zealand, characterized by its distinctive palmate leaves with five finger-like lobes.

Traditionally, the plant has been used in Maori medicine, with its roots and leaves exhibiting medicinal properties that include anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effects.

The health benefits of Pseudopanax discolor are said to include relief from pain, reduction of inflammation, and improvement of respiratory issues, among others.

In herbal preparations, the roots and leaves of the plant are often used to make teas, infusions, and tinctures, which can be used to harness its medicinal properties.