Combretum Molle vs Ulmo

Southern and East African tree whose leaves and bark are used for infections, wound healing, bilharzia (schistosomiasis), and as an antimicrobial.

Chilean rainforest tree whose flowers produce a distinctive honey with potent antibacterial properties; bark and flowers used in Mapuche medicine for wound healing and infections.

combretastatin, tannins, flavonoids, punicalagin, combretol

flavonoids, tannins, phenolic acids, chrysin, kaempferol

Schistosomiasis treatment, Wound healing, Bacterial infections, Malaria

Wound healing, Bacterial infections, Respiratory conditions, Skin disorders

Antimicrobial activity, Antischistosomal effects, Anti-inflammatory properties, Wound healing

Antibacterial activity, Anti-inflammatory effects, Wound healing, Antioxidant properties

Leaf decoction: 1 cup 2-3 times daily

Ulmo honey: 1-2 tablespoons daily; bark tea 1 cup daily

Pregnancy

Honey not for infants under 1 year

Mild digestive effects, Rare allergic reaction

Allergic reaction in bee allergy, Minimal effects from bark tea