The devil's claw plant (Harpagophytum procumbens) is found in the Kalahari Desert in Namibia, Southern Africa and has been used for many centuries for the treatment of many diseases, including gout and rheumatoid arthritis. African natives prepared a formulation from the dried roots of the devil's claw plant as a treatment for fever, indigestion and arthritis. Devil's claw gets it's name from the uniquely shaped tips of its fruit. Awareness of Devil's claw as a treatment for arthritis pains and stiffness of arthritic joints in Europe and America came through examinations in the 1950's. Devil's claw is also thought to help to stimulate the appetite and control indigestion when taken as a herbal tea. Taking devil's claw in boiled tea is also considered efficient for healing discomforts caused by peptic ulcers. | |||||||
