Senna pods, whole – Senna alexandrina

Description

Senna pods are the fruits of a shrubby Mediterranean plant known by several common names, including Alexandrian senna, Khartoum senna, and Tinnevelly senna.

The pod, which is actually a legume, is sometimes used in cooking in its native region. Elsewhere, whole senna pods are typically used to produce, teas, infusions and tonics. Not for long-term use or for children. Do not use during pregnancy or if you have Crohn?s disease, ulcerative colitis, peptic ulcers or bowel obstruction. Consult your doctor before using this herb if you take heart or blood pressure medications, corticoadrenal steroids or diuretics.