Sangre De Grado is one of the most versatile plant medicines in nature’s pharmacopia. It is made from the red latex of the Croton Lechleri tree or other species of the Croton tree. It contains some amazing healing chemicals such as thaspine which is being researched for it’s possible use as a cancer drug. It has also been used to treat diarrhea in HIV patients due to the Oligomeric Proanthocyanidins, another chemical compound found in this miracle plant. It is both a mutagenic and an antimutagenic, and is being heavily researched by Big Pharma, and in 2013 the FDA approved the drug Mytesi, which was a result of this research. It is one of the strongest antioxidants of its own accord. It has been effectively used to treat herpes outbreaks, all forms of diarrhea. It has also been used to help with insect bites, skin irritation, cancer, ulcers, painful moon cycles, bleeding gums, wounds, IBS, viral infections, and hemorrhoids

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Sangre De Grado acts as a coagulant and is often used as a “liquid bandage” of sorts due to its antiseptic properties along with its unique ability to dry and form a scab-like protective cover over a wound. On an energetic level Sangre De Grado can help to chase out energetic impurities and offer sublime spiritual protection, as the essence of this plant is to cover the open spaces and empower the healing abilities of it users. In the capacity that it chases out negative energies it is sometimes used as a purgative during ceremonies. Its bright green heart shaped leaves are a testament to its ability to help heal the heart as it covers us with protection from the elements.