Devils Claw | Harpagophytum procumbens

Devils Claw is native to Southern Africa that has got its name from tiny hooks that cover fruit. It was used for treating liver, pain, malaria, fever and kidney ailments. It has been used for curing boils, sores and other skin ailments. Botanically known as Harpagophytum procumbens is useful for treating fever, pain, malaria, liver and kidney problems. Topically, it is used for boils, skin problems and sores. The tubers and roots are the plant parts which are used as medicine. Though the plant is odorless, it is very bitter in taste. This plant is used to stimulate appetite, provide relief from inflammation, pain, indigestion and heart burn.

Treats:

• Boils
• Fever
• Obesity
• Pain
• Inflammation
• Indigestion
• Heartburn

Common names: 

Garra del Diablo, Grapple Plant, Griffe du Diable, Harpagophyti Radix, Harpagophytum, Harpagophytum procumbens, Harpagophytum zeyheri, Racine de Griffe du Diable, Racine de Windhoek, Teufelskrallenwurzel, Uncaria procumbens, Wood Spider.