African Potato
Hypoxis hemerocallidea
A Southern African corm used for immune support and prostate/urinary complaints.
Traditional use (african-diaspora): A Southern African corm used for immune support and prostate/urinary complaints.
A Southern African corm used for immune support and prostate/urinary complaints.
Active constituents are under study; evidence ranges from traditional use to preliminary human trials.
- A Southern African corm used for immune support and prostate/urinary complaints.
Evidence strength: limited human.
- See the evidence level above
- May interact with many drugs (including HIV and blood-thinning medications).
- Pregnant/breastfeeding people without medical advice
May interact with many drugs (including HIV and blood-thinning medications).
May interact with prescription medications — review with a clinician if you take any.
Use caution in pregnancy, breastfeeding, for children, and with chronic disease unless cleared by a clinician.
Choose reputable, tested suppliers; correct identification is essential for wild-harvested plants.