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BY Alice Otchere Johnson, 7:32am July 27, 2018,

Only in Africa! Native plants that cure multiple ailments and are healing the world 

by Alice Otchere Johnson, 7:32am July 27, 2018,

Only in Africa! Native plants that cure multiple ailments and are healing the world 

Bitter Gourd — Photo Credit: healthline.com

Bitter Gourd

This plant can be found throughout Africa. When boiled, it can be taken as a tea called Cerasse tea. The pulp and other parts like the skin and fibre can be juiced and used to treat diabetes-related issues. It is sometimes known as bitter melon.

Last Edited by:Ismail Akwei Updated: July 27, 2018

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