Piscidia piscipula, commonly known as Jamaican dogwood, is a plant species native to the Caribbean. It has been traditionally used for centuries by indigenous people for various medicinal purposes, including pain relief and sedation. The plant contains several active compounds, including rotenone and rotenoids, which are believed to possess antispasmodic, analgesic, and anesthetic properties. Due to its strong therapeutic potential, there are several synonyms for Piscidia piscipula, including fish poison wood, fish fuddle, Jamaica dogwood, and West Indian dogwood. All these names essentially refer to the same plant species and are often used interchangeably depending on the region and context.