Amphimas pterocarpoides vs Dracaena cinnabari

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Amphimas pterocarpoides

Skin and Topical

Skin and Topical

Amphimas pterocarpoides

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Dracaena cinnabari

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Central African legume tree used in traditional medicine for skin diseases and as antimicrobial.

The iconic Socotra island dragon tree with dragon blood resin used in folk medicine similarly to D. draco.

Active Compounds

flavonoids, tannins, alkaloids

dracorhodin, flavonoids, tannins, resins

Traditional Uses

Skin diseases in Central African folk medicine, Antimicrobial use

Wound healing, Antimicrobial use, Anti-inflammatory herb

Modern Uses

Antimicrobial effects, Wound healing

Wound care, Antimicrobial activity

Adult Dosage

Bark paste on skin; 5-10 g bark decoction

Topical resin as needed

Contraindications

Pregnancy - limited data

Critically endangered — no collection, Rare sensitivity

Side Effects

None documented

Mild reactions

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E