Chapéu de Couro vs Zatoun

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Chapéu de Couro

Echinodorus grandiflorus

Cardiovascular

Olea europaea (leaf)

Cardiovascular

Chapéu de Couro

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Zatoun

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Description

Brazilian aquatic or semi-aquatic herb used for rheumatic conditions, hypertension, and kidney disorders in Brazilian folk medicine.

Mediterranean olive leaf used extensively in North African and Middle Eastern folk medicine for hypertension, diabetes, and antimicrobial purposes.

Active Compounds

quercetin, rutin, luteolin, tannins, phenolic acids

oleuropein, hydroxytyrosol, oleacein, luteolin, apigenin

Traditional Uses

Hypertension, Rheumatic conditions, Kidney disorders, Anti-inflammatory

Hypertension, Diabetes management, Infections, Anti-inflammatory

Modern Uses

Antihypertensive effects, Diuretic activity, Anti-inflammatory properties, Antioxidant support

Antihypertensive effects, Antidiabetic activity, Antimicrobial properties, Antioxidant support

Adult Dosage

Leaf tea: 2-3 cups daily; 1-2ml tincture 3x daily

Leaf tea: 2-3 cups daily; 250-500mg oleuropein extract

Contraindications

Pregnancy, Potassium-depleting medications

Hypoglycemia medications, Antihypertensives, Pregnancy large doses

Side Effects

Increased urination, Mild GI effects

Hypoglycemia risk, Hypotension, Mild GI effects

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E