Aroeira vs Xanthorrhiza simplicissima

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Aroeira

Schinus terebinthifolia

Antimicrobial

Antimicrobial

Aroeira

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Xanthorrhiza simplicissima

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Brazilian aromatic tree used in folk medicine for wound healing, antibacterial, and respiratory conditions, also used as pink peppercorn spice.

Small native American shrub with intensely yellow roots rich in berberine; folk remedy for mouth sores and ulcers.

Active Compounds

carene, phellandrene, myrcene, terpineol, quercetin

berberine, magnoflorine, jateorhizine, columbamine

Traditional Uses

Wound healing in Brazilian and Caribbean folk medicine, Respiratory infections and bronchitis, Skin conditions topically, Liver conditions

mouth ulcers, sore throat, bitter tonic, digestive aid, liver

Modern Uses

Antibacterial, Wound healing, Anti-inflammatory, Antifungal

antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, bitter tonic, wound healing

Adult Dosage

Bark decoction 2 cups daily; topical wash from bark tea; 2-3ml tincture 3x daily

1-2ml tincture or 1-2g root daily

Contraindications

Allergy to Anacardiaceae (cashew/mango family), Pregnancy in medicinal doses

pregnancy, neonates

Side Effects

Allergic reactions in Anacardiaceae sensitive, Contact dermatitis

GI upset, generally safe at low doses

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E