Caesalpinia bonduc vs Clerodendrum Myricoides

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Caesalpinia bonduc

Antimicrobial

Clerodendrum myricoides

Antimicrobial

Caesalpinia bonduc

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Clerodendrum Myricoides

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Pan-tropical coastal legume; seeds used in Ayurveda for malaria, diabetes, and fever.

Shrub native to East Africa used medicinally in Kenya and Ethiopia for fever, skin conditions, and respiratory complaints.

Active Compounds

bonducin, caesalpin, nicker glycosides, flavonoids, alkaloids

clerodendrin, terpenoids, flavonoids, alkaloids

Traditional Uses

malaria, diabetes, fever, asthma, spleen conditions

fever, skin conditions, respiratory infections, malaria, headache

Modern Uses

anti-malarial, anti-diabetic, antipyretic, anti-inflammatory

antipyretic, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, analgesic

Adult Dosage

Seed kernel powder 1-3g 2x/day

Leaf decoction 200ml 3x daily

Contraindications

pregnancy, large doses (toxic alkaloids)

pregnancy, children under 6

Side Effects

GI upset, vomiting with excess

mild nausea, digestive upset

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E