Quassia amara
Quassia
Quassia amara, also known as amargo, bitter-ash, bitter-wood, and hombre grande, is a plant in the Simaroubaceae family native to Central America. Quassia is used as an insecticide and can help the body expel parasites. The bitter herb is also an appetite stimulant making it great for those battling eating disorders.
Contradictions
Talk to your doctor if taking any medication(s) with similar therapeutic properties as this herb before consuming. Combining this herb with pharmaceutical medicine may cause adverse effects.