Nukani-umuthi -

: Some practitioners suggest keeping uNukani in the home to ward off negative energy from those using "bad medicine" against the household. Dual Nature and Risks

: While it is primarily used for healing and restoring luck ( izinhlanhla ), it can also be a component in creating isichitho (harmful spiritual spells). nukani-umuthi

: The herb is used for ukuchatha (enemas) or ukuphumputha (topical application) to treat infants, particularly for fevers or general malaise. : Some practitioners suggest keeping uNukani in the