Cassia Absus vs Onosma echioides

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Cassia Absus

Cassia absus

Skin and Topical

Skin and Topical

Cassia Absus

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Onosma echioides

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Annual herb of tropical Africa, Asia, and Australia used in Ayurvedic medicine for eye conditions, skin diseases, and antifungal applications.

Mediterranean and Middle Eastern herb with red root dye; used in Unani medicine for skin and inflammation.

Active Compounds

chaksine, isochaksine, flavonoids, tannins, sterols

shikonin derivatives, tannins, mucilage, naphthoquinones

Traditional Uses

eye conditions, skin diseases, antifungal, digestive complaints, fever

skin diseases, wounds, inflammation, fever

Modern Uses

anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antifungal, antipyretic

anti-inflammatory, wound healing, antimicrobial

Adult Dosage

1–3g seed powder daily or topical paste

Topical ointment 2x/day

Contraindications

pregnancy, children without supervision, eye drop preparations require specialist

pregnancy

Side Effects

nausea, skin irritation topically

skin staining from red pigments

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E