Centaurea scabiosa vs Pentadesma butyracea

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Centaurea scabiosa

Skin and Topical

Skin and Topical

Centaurea scabiosa

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Pentadesma butyracea

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

A European knapweed used in folk medicine as a wound herb and digestive tonic.

West African tree producing fat similar to shea butter; bark and leaves used medicinally.

Active Compounds

scabiocide, flavonoids, tannins

pentadesmic acid, xanthones, flavonoids, tannins, fatty acids

Traditional Uses

Wound healing, Digestive tonic, Skin conditions

skin conditions, wound healing, fever, digestive disorders

Modern Uses

Wound care, Digestive support, Skin healing

emollient, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, wound healing

Adult Dosage

2-3g as tea

Topical application; 3-6g leaf tea internally

Contraindications

Asteraceae allergy

nut allergy

Side Effects

Skin irritation in rare cases

generally safe

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E