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                                   ³Alstonia³
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    BOTANICAL NAME : Alstonia Scholaris
    SYNONYMS       : Dita, Bitter bark, devil's tree, Pale mara, chhatim

    Alstonia causes minor irritation of the genitals, in the male it prolongs
    erection and delays orgasm, acting as a general tonic & mild stimulant
    for the nerves and circulation. Except for use as an Aphrodisiac*,
    it seems to have no medicinal values.

    CAUTIONS : Chlorogenic Acid, the primary active ingredient,
               is a universal allergen and acts as a bladder
               irritant.

    Alstonia is usually prepared by crushing two grams of the seeds and
    soaking them in two ounces of water overnight. The following day the
    Liquid is strained and drunk to produce the desired effect within a
    short period of time.

    The body does build up a tolerance to this herb over time, causing a
    need to increase the dosage over a period of time.