Dragon’s Blood
OTHER NAME(S): Draconis Resina, Dracorubin, Dragonnier, Dragonnier des Canaries, Palmier Sang-Dragon, Sang-Dragon, Sang de Dragon, Sang du Dragon, Sangre de Drago, Sanguis Draconis, Xue Jie, Calamus draco, Daemonorops draco, Dragons Blood, Dragon's-blood Palm, Sangre De Drago, Sang-dragon
Overview
Dragon's blood is a red substance called a resin that comes from the fruit of the Daemonorops draco tree.
People use dragon's blood for wound healing, digestion problems, and other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses.
Don't confuse dragon's blood with other plants known as dragon's blood, including herb Robert and sangre de grado.
Uses
We currently have no information for Dragon's Blood overview.
Side Effects
When taken by mouth: There isn't enough reliable information to know if dragon's blood is safe or what the side effects might be.
When applied to the skin: There isn't enough reliable information to know if dragon's blood is safe or what the side effects might be.
Precautions
When taken by mouth: There isn't enough reliable information to know if dragon's blood is safe or what the side effects might be.
When applied to the skin: There isn't enough reliable information to know if dragon's blood is safe or what the side effects might be.
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There isn't enough reliable information to know if dragon's blood is safe to use when pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.
Interactions
We currently have no information for Dragon's Blood overview.
Dosing
There isn't enough reliable information to know what an appropriate dose of dragon's blood might be. Keep in mind that natural products are not always necessarily safe and dosages can be important. Be sure to follow relevant directions on product labels and consult a healthcare professional before using.
References
- Gruenwald J, Brendler T, Jaenicke C. PDR for Herbal Medicines. 1st ed. Montvale, NJ: Medical Economics Company, Inc., 1998.
- Apaza Ticona L, Rumbero Sánchez Á, Sánchez Sánchez-Corral J, Iglesias Moreno P, Ortega Domenech M. Anti-inflammatory, pro-proliferative and antimicrobial potential of the compounds isolated from Daemonorops draco (Willd.) Blume. J Ethnopharmacol 2021;268:113668.