Is Chalche' safe to drink daily?

Many people use moderate amounts in teas, but safety depends on the exact species, dose, medications, and your health context. This page is informational only—ask a qualified clinician when unsure.

What is Chalche' used for?

In FloraLexicon’s index, this species is most often associated with: Esterilidad En Mujeres Pasmo Tratamiento. Traditional use is not proof of benefit or safety for any person.

The index labels toxicity as Moderate concern. Common themes include Esterilidad En Mujeres Pasmo Tratamiento. This is not a personal risk assessment—ask a qualified clinician for your situation.

Can Chalche' be confused with other plants?

Yes—shared common names are a major source of mix‑ups. When you see an ambiguity callout below, open the name hub to compare scientific species side by side.

This page is a detailed botanical reference. For name translations across countries, see: Chalche'.

Pluchea carolinensis

Also known as: Chalche' · Ciguapate · Pluchea carolinensis · Salvia · Salvia dolorosa · Tres Marías · Tres Marías (Maya) · Zaguapate

Used for: Esterilidad En Mujeres Pasmo Tratamiento

species · Type: herb

Index toxicity: Moderate concern

What is this herb called in different countries?

Indexed common names for this species, grouped by country. Each label opens that name’s hub.

Traditional-use themes, index safety flags, and how local herb names differ by country.

At a glance

Family: Asteraceae
Countries & regions (index): Mexico, Neotropical
Evidence label (index): Traditional / ethnobotanical context (label)
Toxicity (index): Moderate concern
Sustainability / harvest: Not listed in the current index slice.

Uses & indexed themes

Uses: medicinal use

Browse by use: Medicinal herbs

Esterilidad En Mujeres Pasmo Tratamiento
Indexed under “Esterilidad En Mujeres Pasmo Tratamiento” for traditional context—verify identification and local guidance.

Safety notes

These flags summarize dataset metadata. They are not a safety guarantee and do not replace professional advice.

Level

Moderate concern

Avoid if

No extra “avoid if” flags in the index slice

Interactions

Strong uterine / pregnancy‑related cautions appear in the index for some traditions—treat as high risk until verified.

Look‑alike risk

Index safety flags: Strong uterine / pregnancy‑related cautions appear in the index for some traditions—treat as high risk until verified.
Notes: ABORTIFACIENTE confirmado en dataset NI. Yucatan context sugiere mismo efecto. No en embarazo.

Evidence label

Traditional / ethnobotanical context (label)

How FloraLexicon labels evidence →

Geography

Native / origin regions (dataset)

Central America

Where it appears in the index

Mexico, Neotropical

When countries differ from native range, it usually reflects where names and uses were recorded—not a claim that the plant is wild everywhere listed.

Regional naming in the index

Used similarly across regions in this index slice—differences are mostly in local names, not separate use rows.

Common questions

Is Chalche' safe to drink daily?: Many people use moderate amounts in teas, but safety depends on the exact species, dose, medications, and your health context. This page is informational only—ask a qualified clinician when unsure.
What is Chalche' used for?: In FloraLexicon’s index, this species is most often associated with: Esterilidad En Mujeres Pasmo Tratamiento. Traditional use is not proof of benefit or safety for any person.
Is Chalche' safe?: The index labels toxicity as Moderate concern. Common themes include Esterilidad En Mujeres Pasmo Tratamiento. This is not a personal risk assessment—ask a qualified clinician for your situation.
Can Chalche' be confused with other plants?: Yes—shared common names are a major source of mix‑ups. When you see an ambiguity callout below, open the name hub to compare scientific species side by side.

Last updated from FloraLexicon’s merged ethnobotanical index—informational only; see disclaimer.