Kanna (Sceletium)
Sceletium tortuosum
A South African mood herb traditionally chewed for stress relief; modern interest as a natural mood-lifter.
Traditional use (african-diaspora): A South African mood herb traditionally chewed for stress relief; modern interest as a natural mood-lifter.
A South African mood herb traditionally chewed for stress relief; modern interest as a natural mood-lifter.
Active constituents are under study; evidence ranges from traditional use to preliminary human trials.
- A South African mood herb traditionally chewed for stress relief; modern interest as a natural mood-lifter.
Evidence strength: preclinical.
- See the evidence level above
- Acts on serotonin — dangerous with SSRIs/MAOIs (serotonin syndrome risk).
- On antidepressants (SSRIs/SNRIs/MAOIs)
- Pregnancy
Acts on serotonin — dangerous with SSRIs/MAOIs (serotonin syndrome risk).
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.