It is known as natural morphine because it relieves muscle and joint pain, rheumatism, and even gout.
There isn’t a medically recognized “natural morphine” that safely replaces morphine itself. However, some plants and herbal remedies are popularly given that nickname because of their pain-relieving effects.
One commonly referenced herb is Wild Lettuce, sometimes called “natural morphine” in folk medicine. It has traditionally been used for muscle pain, joint pain, rheumatism, and gout-like discomfort because of its mild sedative and analgesic effects.
Another plant sometimes described this way is Kratom, though it can have opioid-like effects and carries risks of dependence and side effects.
Important points:
* These remedies are **not equivalent to prescription morphine** in effectiveness or safety.
* Scientific evidence for treating rheumatism or gout is limited.
* “Natural” does not always mean safe, especially if combined with medications or used long term.
If you want, I can also explain:
* which herb your quote most likely refers to,
* evidence for natural remedies for joint pain/gout,
* or safer evidence-based options for pain relief.