African Wild Ginger vs Patikan Cina

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

African Wild Ginger

Siphonochilus aethiopicus

Respiratory

Euphorbia thymifolia

Respiratory

African Wild Ginger

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Patikan Cina

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

A critically endangered South African herb used in traditional Zulu medicine for respiratory and immune conditions.

Southeast Asian herb used in traditional medicine across Philippines, Indonesia, and India for asthma, respiratory conditions, and wound healing.

Active Compounds

essential oils, terpenes, flavonoids

quercetin, myricetin, euphorbin, tannins, gallic acid

Traditional Uses

colds, flu, asthma, immune support

Asthma, Respiratory conditions, Wound healing, Diarrhea

Modern Uses

anti-inflammatory, immunostimulant, antiviral

Bronchodilatory effects, Anti-inflammatory activity, Antioxidant properties, Wound healing

Adult Dosage

1-3g rhizome daily

Herb tea: 1-2 cups daily; topical poultice for wounds

Contraindications

pregnancy

Pregnancy, Children under 6

Side Effects

generally well tolerated

Mild GI effects

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E