Apocynaceae alkaloids

[2] The alkaloids voacangin and voacristin were isolated from Voacanga africana.

[3] Representatives include tabernanthine, voacangine and voacristine.

[4][5] Plant parts of Voacanga africana are utilized by African natives for various purposes, including as hallucinogens, in cultic ceremonies, and as aphrodisiacs.

[6] A decoction made from the stem or root bark is employed for the treatment of mental disorders and as an analgesic.

In southeastern Nigeria, Voacanga africana is an integral part of numerous healing rituals.