A plant found across South Africa and long used in traditional medicine could one day help fight some of the most difficult cancers to treat.
Researchers at North-West University are investigating the anti-cancer potential of Lessertia frutescens, commonly known as Cancer Bush, Balloon Pea, Cape Bladder Pea, Sutherlandia, Phetola in Setswana and Insiswa in isiZulu.
Laboratory studies have shown promising results against several cancers, including drug-resistant lung cancer and colorectal cancer, prompting further research into the indigenous plants potential role in future cancer treatment and as an alternative to chemo.
