Commonly known as the Cancer bush or Kankebos, is an old Cape remedy that has been traditionally used for a range of health concerns. This plant is known to be a useful bitter tonic and a good general medicine, particularly for stomach problems and internal cancers. According to tradition, Sutherlandia Frutescens has been used to treat a wide range of ailments, including colds, influenza, chickenpox, diabetes, varicose veins, piles, inflammations, liver problems, backache, and rheumatism.
