Shangaan traditional doctors use the leaf of the Helichrysum sp. to boost woman's libido.

Impepho, Helichrysum species, is perhaps the most widely used of all wild plants.

The sweetly scented stems are also burnt as incense to draw the ancestors close, and to give clarity to diviners.

Pharmacological effects :

Analgesic (pain-relieving), anti-inflammatory and anti-infective activity have been scientifically proven.

Active ingredients :

Helichrysum species contain flavonoids, acylated phloroglucinols and sesquiterpenoids.