Traditional African Medicine

5 words in this vocabulary list

noun a type of resin obtained from the copal tree native to Accra, Ghana

  • Accra copal is a type of resin that is commonly used in traditional medicine and religious ceremonies.
  • I heard that Accra copal is supposed to have healing properties, have you tried it?
  • Yo, pass me some of that Accra copal, I need it for my meditation.
  • The scent of Accra copal filled the room, bringing a sense of calm and spirituality.

noun a type of plant native to Africa, characterized by its bladder-like fruits

  • The African bladdernut is a flowering plant native to Africa.
  • Have you ever seen an African bladdernut in person? It's quite unique.
  • I heard that African bladdernut is sometimes called the 'weird plant' in local slang.
  • The African bladdernut serves as a symbol of resilience in the face of adversity.

noun a type of aromatic resin obtained from a tree native to Africa

  • The African elemi tree is known for its aromatic resin that is used in perfumery.
  • I heard that the African elemi tree has a really nice smell.
  • Have you ever smelled the resin from an African elemi tree? It's dope!
  • The African elemi tree stands tall and strong, just like the spirit of the African people.

noun african fleabane

  • African fleabane is a type of flowering plant commonly found in sub-Saharan Africa.
  • I saw some African fleabane growing in the garden next door.
  • Yo, check out that cool African fleabane over there!
  • Her personality was like African fleabane - vibrant and hard to ignore.

noun African walnut - a type of walnut tree native to Africa, known for its edible nuts

  • The African walnut, scientifically known as Coula edulis, is a tree species native to tropical Africa.
  • I love snacking on African walnuts, they're so tasty!
  • Have you tried those African walnuts? They're bomb!
  • The African walnut symbolizes resilience and strength in many African cultures.