Pygeum
Prunus africana
An African cherry-tree bark with reasonable evidence for easing benign prostate (BPH) urinary symptoms.
Traditional use (african-diaspora): An African cherry-tree bark with reasonable evidence for easing benign prostate (BPH) urinary symptoms.
An African cherry-tree bark with reasonable evidence for easing benign prostate (BPH) urinary symptoms.
Active constituents are under study; evidence ranges from traditional use to preliminary human trials.
- An African cherry-tree bark with reasonable evidence for easing benign prostate (BPH) urinary symptoms.
Evidence strength: stronger human.
- See the evidence level above
- Mild GI upset; doesn't replace evaluation of urinary symptoms; over-harvested wild.
- Pregnant/breastfeeding people without medical advice
Mild GI upset; doesn't replace evaluation of urinary symptoms; over-harvested wild.
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.