Boldo is a tree that grows in South America. Its leaves can be made into a tea. It can also be taken as a pill or powder.
Dosages
There aren’t any advised doses for boldo.
There is not enough data to support that boldo is helpful in treating health problems. We will review future studies as they are published.
Editorial process and description of evidence categories can be found at EBSCO NAT Editorial Process.
It may be safe to take ascaridole-free boldo for a short time. Ascaridole is a naturally occurring chemical in boldo that may damage the liver. Not enough studies have been done to say whether it is safe to take for a long period.
Interactions
Talk to your doctor about any supplements or therapy you would like to use. Some can interfere with treatment or make conditions worse, such as:
1. Peumus boldus—Molina. Plants for a Future website. Available at: https://pfaf.org/user/Plant.aspx?LatinName=Peumus+boldus. Accessed February 17, 2020.
Last reviewed March 2019 by EBSCO CAM Review Board Last Updated: 2/14/2020
