Kanna Plant

“Sceletium tortuosum”

PLANT AVAILABILITY: From September to June

POT SIZE: 1L

BENEFITS

Sceletium tortuosum is a South African succulent plant. Local people traditionally ferment the plant into its medicinal form – called kanna, channa, or kougoed – and chew it to relieve hunger, thirst, and pain. The plant is traditionally known for its ability to elevate mood, reduce stress, tension, anti-anxiety and its tranquilizing properties.

WAYS TO PREPARE

Harvest the roots, dehydrate into a powder, great as a tincture. Makes a great garden succulent!

GROWING CONDITIONS

Season: Spring/ Summer / Perennial

Soil: Rich and well draining

Watering: Water regularly, Likes dry sandy soils

Position: Can handle Full sun

Fertilizing: Compost, Manure, Liquid feed

Use: Harvest the roots, dehydrate into a powder, great as a tincture. Makes a great garden succulent!

Growing tips: Can be grown in pots, spreads easily by roots, Like dry sandy soils

CAUTION

For safety please research further if on other medications or have any health issues.