Karaka
by Timothy F. Allen — The Encyclopedia of Pure Materia Medica
Historical reference for practitioners and students. The statements below reflect the named author’s homeopathic teaching and do not establish treatment effectiveness. This text is not medical advice and must not replace appropriate diagnosis or care.
Coryno-carpus lævigatus, [Figured in Botanical Magazine, plate 4379.] Foster.
Natural order , Anacardiaceæ.
Common names (New Zealand), Kopi-tree, Karaka.
Preparation , Tincture or trituration of the fresh seeds.
Authority.
G. Bennett, poisoning of a New Zealand chief by the seeds. Lond. Med. Gaz., Sept. 1831.
- Deafness (soon).
- Violent pain, lasting a week (soon).
- Partial paralysis of limbs (soon).
- When warm water was applied, he did not feel any warmth from it.