“Spekboom leaves are edible and rich in manganese, cobalt and especially magnesium and it contains micro elements, rich in Vitamin C, iodine and selenium.
– Leaves can be used to treat exhaustion, dehydration and heatstroke.
– Crushed leaves can be rubbed on blisters and corns on the feet to provide relief.
– The leaves are chewed as a treatment for sore throat and mouth infections.
– The astringent juice is used for soothing ailments of the skin such as pimples, rashes and insect stings.
– The juice is also used as an antiseptic and as a treatment for sunburn.
– Spekboom leaves can help with the stimulation of milk in pregnant mothers.