Astelia Nervosa vs Vitellaria Paradoxa

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Astelia Nervosa

Astelia nervosa

Skin and Topical

Vitellaria paradoxa

Skin and Topical

Description

Perennial herb native to New Zealand used by Maori for wound healing and as a food source for the berries.

West African tree whose seeds produce shea butter, used widely in traditional medicine for skin conditions, anti-inflammatory applications, and food.

Active Compounds

saponins, tannins, flavonoids

triterpene alcohols, allantoin, cinnamic acid esters, stearic acid, oleic acid

Traditional Uses

wound healing, food source, anti-inflammatory

skin conditions, wound healing, inflammation, muscle pain, sun protection

Modern Uses

wound healing, anti-inflammatory

skin moisturizing, wound healing, anti-inflammatory, UV protection

Adult Dosage

Leaf poultice applied to wounds

Shea butter applied topically as needed

Contraindications

allergy to Asteliaceae

allergy to shea

Side Effects

very well tolerated

rare allergic contact dermatitis

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E