Manaca
OTHER NAME(S): Brunfelsie Pauciflore, Hier-Aujourd'hui-Demain, Mercure Végétal, Pohl, Spring Flower, Vegetable Mercury, Brunfelsia uniflora, Brunfelsia hopeana, Franciscea
Overview
Manaca (Brunfelsia uniflora) is a plant that is native to Brazil and other South American countries. The root has been used traditionally as medicine.
People sometimes use manaca for osteoarthritis and fluid retention, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these or any other uses.
Uses
We currently have no information for Manaca overview.
Side Effects
When taken by mouth: There isn't enough reliable information to know if manaca is safe or what the side effects might be.
Precautions
When taken by mouth: There isn't enough reliable information to know if manaca is safe or what the side effects might be.
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There isn't enough reliable information to know if manaca is safe to use when pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.
Interactions
We currently have no information for Manaca overview.
Dosing
There isn't enough reliable information to know what an appropriate dose of manaca 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.
- Weimer P, Spies LM, Haubert R, et al. Anti-inflammatory activity of Brunfelsia uniflora root extract: phytochemical characterization and pharmacologic potential of this under-investigated species. Nat Prod Res 2021;35(24):6122-6128.
- Jorge LF, Meniqueti AB, Silva RF, et al. Antioxidant activity and chemical composition of oleoresin from leaves and flowers of Brunfelsia uniflora. Genet Mol Res 2017;16(3).