Jergon Sacha
Dracontium loretense
An Amazonian tuber traditionally used for snakebite and as an immune tonic.
Traditional use (indigenous-americas): An Amazonian tuber traditionally used for snakebite and as an immune tonic.
An Amazonian tuber traditionally used for snakebite and as an immune tonic.
Active constituents are under study; evidence ranges from traditional use to preliminary human trials.
- An Amazonian tuber traditionally used for snakebite and as an immune tonic.
Evidence strength: preclinical.
- See the evidence level above
- Not a substitute for antivenom or medical care.
- Pregnant/breastfeeding people without medical advice
Not a substitute for antivenom or medical care.
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.