Alnus rubra vs Aspilia Pluriseta

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Alnus rubra

Anti-inflammatory

Aspilia Pluriseta

Aspilia pluriseta

Anti-inflammatory

⚠️ Pregnancy & Nursing Warnings

Alnus rubra

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Aspilia Pluriseta

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

A Pacific Northwest tree used by Native Americans as an astringent, anti-inflammatory, and blood purifier.

East African herb documented in both human traditional medicine and chimpanzee self-medication; used for intestinal parasites, wound healing, and inflammation.

Active Compounds

tannins, betulin, lupeol, flavonoids

thiarubrine-A, thiarubrine-C, alpha-terthienyl, flavonoids, phenolic acids

Traditional Uses

Astringent use, Blood purifier, Wound healing

Intestinal worms, Wound healing, Inflammation, Stomachaches

Modern Uses

Anti-inflammatory activity, Wound care, Antimicrobial research

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

Adult Dosage

2-3g dried bark as tea

Leaf tea: 1 cup twice daily

Contraindications

Pregnancy caution

Pregnancy

Side Effects

Constipation with excess tannins

Mild digestive effects

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E

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