This leaf is known among the Yorùbá by several names: Ewé Egẹ́lẹ Ewé Ahọ́n Ẹkùn (Leaf of the "Leopard’s Tongue") This is a highly powerful and spiritually significant leaf. It is commonly used for protection, overcoming enemies, avoiding danger, and strengthening oneself against evil forces. One of its most notable properties is its thorns, which reflect its spiritual potency. À mú jú lẹ ni a mú Ewé Ẹgẹ́lẹ One holds and drops the leaves of Ewé Ẹgẹ́lẹ The name Ewé Ahọ́n Ẹkùn suggests the mouth of a leopard which connotes strength, victory, power and protection as one cannot hold the plant due to its thorns, its spiritual effect transfers to those who use it, preventing negative hands from touching or harming them. Visit www.ewe.com.ng to support our research and mission in preserving Yorùbá ecological heritage in today’s technological world.