Del Angel Herbal Knowledge

  Introduction In the lush forests of the Caribbean and Central America grows a tree whose leaves have quietly supported human health for generations. You may know its fruit — the sweet, tangy soursop — but the leaves of this tree are just as prized. Soursop leaves, from the Annona muricata tree, are revered in traditional medicine for their healing properties, and today, they’re gaining renewed attention in holistic health circles and modern research labs alike. Cultural Roots and Traditional Use Historically, Soursop has been more than just a food crop. Its leaves were essential in the traditional healing systems of indigenous Caribbean peoples like the Taíno, and among cultures throughout Central and South America. These early practitioners used the leaves to make calming teas, treat infections, manage fevers, and soothe pain. In West Africa, where the plant was introduced via colonial trade routes, soursop became known as a “healing leaf,” used in poultices for wounds, c...