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African Dream Root (Silene capensis) – Root Powder, South Africa
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Powdered root of Silene capensis, sold as African dream root under the Maya Herbs label, which states "Made in South Africa". You can choose 10 g, 25 g or 100 g. The photo shows a fine, light beige powder; the whole root is available as a separate product.
- Botanical name (label): Silene capensis Otth
- Accepted name (WCVP): Silene undulata subsp. undulata
- Family: Caryophyllaceae (carnation family)
Smartshop · Silene capensis Otth · 10 g / 25 g / 100 g
Silene capensis root, ground to a powder
African dream root is the trade name of Silene capensis, a South African member of the carnation family. This product is its root in powdered form, packed in a gold kraft pouch with a green Maya Herbs label that reads "African Dream Root", "Silene capensis", "Powdered" and "Made in South Africa". The second photo shows the powder in a clay bowl: fine and light beige. Mycotrop offers it in 10 g, 25 g and 100 g.
- 10 g / 25 g / 100 g
- Caryophyllaceae
- Root
- Powder
- Botanical name (label)
- Silene capensis Otth
- Accepted name (WCVP)
- Silene undulata subsp. undulata
- Family
- Caryophyllaceae (carnation family)
- Common names
- African dream root, wavy catchfly, Cape catchfly
- Plant part
- Root
- Form
- Powder
Reported effects and traditional use
Silene capensis, whose accepted name is Silene undulata, is a plant of the carnation family native to southern Africa and known as African dream root. According to a 2024 review, Bantu groups have used it in ritual ceremonies for centuries, to make dreams more meaningful.
The genus Silene mainly contains phytoecdysteroids. A 2025 analysis, so far isolated, also reports β-carbolines in an extract of Silene undulata. Pharmacological information remains limited.
| Known compounds | Phytoecdysteroids, major constituents of the genus Silene. A 2025 LC-MS/MS analysis also reports β-carbolines in an extract; a single result, to be confirmed. |
|---|---|
| Reported effects | More vivid, lucid or prophetic dreams, according to the uses described; pharmacological data are limited. |
| Traditional use | Bantu groups of southern Africa: ritual ceremonies, to make dreams more meaningful (2024 review). |
| State of research | A single chemistry and molecular-modelling study (2025) among the sources consulted; no human trial. No health claim is authorised for this plant in the EU. |
Botanical name and native range
The name Silene capensis was published by Otth in de Candolle’s Prodromus in 1824. Kew’s World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP) now lists it as a synonym of Silene undulata subsp. undulata; the species Silene undulata itself was named by Aiton in 1789. WCVP gives the native range as Zimbabwe to South Africa: Zimbabwe, Botswana, Lesotho, and the Cape Provinces, Free State, KwaZulu-Natal and northern provinces of South Africa. In English the plant is also called wavy catchfly or Cape catchfly.
Powder or whole root
If you prefer the root uncut, the whole African dream root from South Africa is listed separately. A liquid form is available as the 1:1 root tincture. This page covers only the powder.
Storing your botanicals
Keep dried plants in their tightly closed pouch or in an airtight jar, away from light, moisture and heat. Powders absorb moisture easily, so close them again straight away. For extracts, tinctures and capsules, follow the instructions on the label and the printed date.
Before using a plant
- Keep plants out of the reach of children and pets.
- If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or taking any medication, ask a doctor or pharmacist first: many plants interact with medicines.
- Stop immediately if you have an allergic reaction or feel unwell.
- The information on this page describes the product; it does not replace medical advice.
Specifications
| Botanical name (label) | Silene capensis Otth |
|---|---|
| Accepted name (WCVP) | Silene undulata subsp. undulata |
| Family | Caryophyllaceae (carnation family) |
| Common names | African dream root, wavy catchfly, Cape catchfly |
| Plant part | Root |
| Form | Powder |
| Country (label) | South Africa |
| Pack sizes | 10 g, 25 g, 100 g |
| References | 4333-10, 4333-25, 4333-100 |
| Label | Maya Herbs (Maya World Trading BV, Haarlem, Netherlands) |
| Sold as | Botanical collectible; not for consumption |
Discreet delivery
Orders are packed on working days and leave in plain outer packaging that does not describe the contents. Once your order has shipped, we email you the tracking link when one is available. Estimated delivery times, right of withdrawal and exceptions: Delivery, tracking and returns.
Sources: Nyazema et al. 2024, Front Pharmacol 15; Alhawarri et al. 2025, Curr Pharm Biotechnol 26; supplier information; Plants of the World Online (Kew); GBIF. Updated 3 October 2026 by the Mycotrop team.
Frequently asked questions
What is African dream root (Silene capensis) traditionally used for?
Bantu groups of southern Africa have used it for centuries in ceremonies, to make dreams more meaningful. Scientific studies are scarce: a 2025 chemical analysis reports phytoecdysteroids and β-carbolines.
Which pack sizes are available?
10 g, 25 g and 100 g, with references 4333-10, 4333-25 and 4333-100.
Where does the powder come from?
The Maya Herbs label states "Made in South Africa". It names no region or province.
Is Silene capensis the same as Silene undulata?
Yes. WCVP lists Silene capensis as a synonym of Silene undulata subsp. undulata. The label uses the older name.
Is this the same plant as the African dream herb?
No. The product sold as African dream herb is Entada rheedii, a legume. African dream root is Silene capensis, a member of the carnation family.
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