Kola Nut


Common Name Cola Nut
Latin Name Cola Acuminata
Folk Name Kola tree, Guru Nut, Cola Nut
Medical Uses
Properties: Aphrodisiac, Aromatic, Astringent, Digestive Tonic, Diuretic, Stimulant

Internal Uses: Alcoholism, Asthma, Depression, Diarrhea, Drug Addiction, Dysentery, Fatigue, Headache, Mental Exhaustion, Neuralgia, Obesity, Whooping Cough


Contraindications: Avoid if one has high blood pressure, heart palpitations and peptic ulcers. Due to the caffeine content, pregnant women should also avoid.