Bulbine frutescens vs Vitellaria Paradoxa

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Bulbine frutescens

Skin and Topical

Vitellaria paradoxa

Skin and Topical

Description

Succulent perennial of South Africa with yellow flowers and gel-filled leaves used as aloe substitute.

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

Active Compounds

anthraquinones, saponins, polysaccharides, knipholone

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

Traditional Uses

Traditional Khoikhoi and Xhosa use for burns and wound healing, Used in South African folk medicine for rashes itching and insect bites

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

Modern Uses

Wound healing, Burns treatment, Anti-inflammatory topical, Skin condition relief

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

Adult Dosage

Apply gel directly to skin as needed

Shea butter applied topically as needed

Contraindications

No specific contraindications for topical use

allergy to shea

Side Effects

Rare skin sensitization

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