>>>THETA: selected common medicinal plants for treatment of illnesses

>>>ORAL THRUSH
>>>2. Achyranthes aspera


achyranthes aspera

Luo: Kalacher
Luganda: Muzukizi
Runyankole: Omukurra, Omuhurura
Lusoga: Mufula
Rutooro: Akakurra



Use and method of preparation:
Collect a fistful of leaves and boil in 1/2 litre (500mls) of water in a covered utensil for about 10 minutes and rest until lukewarm. Drink 1/4 litre (250ml) of the decoction three times daily.