Chondrodendron tomentosum

Chondrodendron tomentosum, commonly known as the tonic vine, is a plant native to the Amazon rainforest. It is notable for its use in traditional medicine, particularly by indigenous communities, where it has been used to treat various ailments. The plant contains compounds that can have strong effects on the body, including numbing or paralyzing effects when used improperly. Importantly, it is the source of the muscle relaxant drug tubocurarine, historically used in hunting. While it has potential medicinal benefits, caution is necessary due to its potency and toxicity.