Citropsis articulata

Citropsis articulata is usually a shrub or small tree, ranging from 2.5 to 5 m in height but sporadically much taller. This plant species is well known for its aphrodisiac properties. It is increasingly threatened by unsustainable methods of harvesting and habitat degradation. This plant species is highly utilized for herbal medicine and is currently restricted to a few forest reserves in Uganda. Unfortunately, the plant part used for its medicinal purpose is the root and thus the most harvested, and this could endanger its existence. TBG is promoting its conservation by planting it in the garden and local community households.