Rubiaceae
Noni
Morinda citrifolia
⚠ Use with Caution
Caution in Pregnancy
Native to: Southeast Asia, Australasia, Pacific Islands
Also known as: Indian Mulberry, Great Morinda, Beach Mulberry, Noni
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Parts Used
FruitLeafRoot
Therapeutic Uses
General tonic, immune support, hypertension, type 2 diabetes, pain management, cancer prevention (limited evidence). Traditional Pacific Island 'pain killer' plant — used for 2000 years.
Herbal Actions
Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, immunostimulant, antihypertensive, antidiabetic, adaptogen
Active Constituents
Iridoids (damnacanthal — cytotoxic, deacetylasperulosidic acid), anthraquinones (alizarin, rubiadin), polysaccharides, xeronine (Heinicke — controversial), scopoletin (antihypertensive), flavonoids
Preparation Methods
Juice💊 Capsule☕ Herbal Tea
Traditional Preparation Notes
| Herbal Tea | 30–90ml noni juice 2x daily. Dried fruit: 2 tsp per 250ml, steep 15 min. |
| Tincture | Standardized extract: 500mg 2x daily. Noni juice: 30ml 2x daily |
| Notes | High potassium content — caution with kidney disease. Fermented juice most traditional. Damnacanthal specific anticancer activity in lab. MLM industry claims exaggerated — moderate evidence for antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. Source reputable products. |
Safety Information
Safety Rating
⚠ Use with Caution
Pregnancy
Caution in Pregnancy
Drug Interactions
Possible — consult doctor
Contraindications: Kidney disease (high potassium). Caution with warfarin. Caution with antihypertensives. Liver toxicity reported (case reports).
Side Effects: GI upset. Diarrhea. High potassium. Rare liver toxicity. Allergic reactions. Generally safe at moderate doses.