In the vast world of traditional herbal medicine, some of the most powerful remedies are hidden in plain sight. One such miracle is Euphorbia hirta, a humble plant with tiny leaves—often overlooked, sometimes dismissed as a weed—but trusted for centuries in cultures around the world for its remarkable healing abilities.
What is Euphorbia Hirta?
Also known as:
- Asthma weed
- Snake weed
- Tawa-tawa (Philippines)
- Chhoti dudhi (India)
- Laitue sauvage (Africa)
This low-growing herb is commonly found in tropical and subtropical regions—growing along roadsides, in fields, and yes, in the bush.