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Sangre de Drago

Croton lechleri

Peruvian, Amazonian indigenous, Western adoption

Gabriel Score
73/ 100Good
EvidenceModerate - wound healing and antidiarrheal effects documented
Conditions7 applications
How it works

Vulnerary, antimicrobial, antiviral, anti-inflammatory, astringent via proanthocyanidins

Typical Dosage

5-10 drops resin topically; 10-20 drops tincture or 500mg capsule 2-3x daily internally

Used for
Wound healingulcersdiarrheaskin conditionsviral infectionsbleedingIBS

The Science

Active Compounds

Proanthocyanidins, taspine, lignans, diterpenes

Evidence Base

Moderate - wound healing and antidiarrheal effects documented73/100

Dragon's blood; red latex sap; excellent wound healer; FDA-approved for HIV-related diarrhea (crofelemer); safe

How to Use

Topical (latex/resin), internal tincture, capsule

Dosing should be individualized. Consult a qualified herbalist or healthcare practitioner.

Safety Profile

Interactions

None significant

Contraindications

Pregnancy; breastfeeding (insufficient data)

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TraditionRainforest/Indigenous
EvidenceModerate - wound healing and antidiarrheal effects documented
Applications7
Gabriel Score73/100

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