Cassia sieberiana vs Tephrosia purpurea

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Cassia sieberiana

Liver Support

Liver Support

Cassia sieberiana

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Tephrosia purpurea

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

West African savanna tree; roots and bark used in traditional medicine for liver conditions and fever.

Pan-tropical herb; roots used in Ayurveda for liver, spleen, and respiratory conditions.

Active Compounds

anthraquinones, chrysophanol, emodin, rhein, tannins, flavonoids

rutin, tephrosin, flavonoids, tannins, rotenone

Traditional Uses

liver disease, fever, constipation, skin diseases, worm expulsion

liver disease, spleen enlargement, asthma, skin diseases, jaundice

Modern Uses

hepatoprotective, laxative, antipyretic, anthelmintic

hepatoprotective, anti-inflammatory, bronchodilator, antitumor (research)

Adult Dosage

3-6g bark or root daily

Root powder 3-5g 2x/day; root decoction

Contraindications

pregnancy, IBD, children

pregnancy, liver disease (rotenone)

Side Effects

GI cramping, laxative effects

GI upset, liver concerns with excess

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E