Mulungu is a plant that contains calming and sedative properties. It is normally indicated for the treatment of insomnia, stress and anxiety. Scientifically referred to as Erythrina mulungu, it contains analgesic action that can be beneficial for reliving rheumatic pain and menstrual cramps. .

One hypothesis is that the name is derived from a verb root -ng-, meaning "to be rectified", "to become right"; in this case, the original concept of Mulungu is that of a creator god that established the original, right order on the world. [1]

Mar 14, 2024 · Allegations of sorcery are often settled by traditional healers, or "marabouts," by having the accused ingest a toxic herbal drink called "Mbulungo." Death is believed by many to prove guilt.

Erythrina mulungu (Mulungu) is a Brazilian ornamental tree and medicinal plant native to the cerrado and caatinga ecoregions in Brazil and Bolivia, South America. This tree reaches up to 15 meters in height. [1]

Mar 15, 2024 · Traditional healers, known as “marabouts,” will force someone accused of sorcery to drink an herbal mix called “Mbulungo.” If they die, that is considered to be proof they were guilty.

Mulungu (Erythrina mulungu) is a tree that grows in the rainforests of Brazil and Peru. Preparations made from its bark and roots are widely used by native people in South America as sedatives, for mulungu’s calming properties and to promote sleep.

Mar 15, 2024 · The toxic substance, known locally as “Mbulungo,” is administered by traditional healers. The belief holds that death following ingestion confirms the accused’s guilt in practicing witchcraft.

Allegations of sorcery are often settled by traditional healers, or 'marabouts', by having the accused ingest a toxic herbal drink called 'Mbulungo'. Death is thought to prove guilt. The deaths...

Mar 15, 2024 · The traditional healers or "marabouts" often settle the allegations of sorcery by making the accused drink a toxic herbal drink known as "Mbulungo." It is believed by many people that if a person dies after drinking the toxic herbal drink, then he or she is proven guilty of practising sorcery.

About 50 people have died in Angola after being forced to drink an herbal potion to prove they were not sorcerers, police and local officials said on Thursday.