Aeschynomene indica vs Stillingia sebifera

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Aeschynomene indica

Skin and Topical

Skin and Topical

Aeschynomene indica

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Stillingia sebifera

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Asian legume herb used in folk medicine for skin conditions, fever, and liver complaints.

Chinese tree whose seed coating provides vegetable tallow; used in TCM for skin diseases and cough.

Active Compounds

flavonoids, tannins, alkaloids

stillingia factor, flavonoids, fatty acids, tannins, resins

Traditional Uses

Skin conditions in Indian folk medicine, Fever treatment, Liver complaints

skin diseases, cough, constipation, liver, edema

Modern Uses

Anti-inflammatory effects, Antimicrobial

topical antimicrobial, expectorant, laxative, anti-inflammatory

Adult Dosage

5-10 g plant decoction

Topical application or 3-9g decoction

Contraindications

Pregnancy

pregnancy, internal large doses

Side Effects

Mild GI upset

GI irritation, topical skin irritation

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

Reviewed by: HerbAlly Editorial Team, Medical herbalists and healthcare professionals

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E