Afzelia Africana vs Salvia pratensis

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Afzelia Africana

Afzelia africana

Antimicrobial

Antimicrobial

Afzelia Africana

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Salvia pratensis

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

West and Central African tree whose bark is used for sexually transmitted infections, malaria, and as an antimicrobial agent in traditional medicine.

European meadow sage with antibiotic properties; used in folk medicine for throat and skin conditions.

Active Compounds

afrormosin, quercetin, luteolin, tannins, saponins

rosmarinic acid, luteolin, apigenin, ursolic acid, oleanolic acid

Traditional Uses

STI treatment, Malaria, Wound healing, Urinary infections

sore throat, skin infections, wound healing, digestive disorders

Modern Uses

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

antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, astringent, antioxidant

Adult Dosage

Bark decoction: 1 cup 2-3 times daily

3-5g dried herb or 2-3ml tincture daily

Contraindications

Pregnancy

pregnancy large doses

Side Effects

Mild digestive effects, Skin reaction topically

generally safe at therapeutic doses

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E