Crossopteryx febrifuga vs Ocimum americanum

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Crossopteryx febrifuga

Antimicrobial

Antimicrobial

Crossopteryx febrifuga

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Ocimum americanum

✅ Generally safe in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Description

Sub-Saharan African tree; bark used as classic fever remedy in traditional medicine across West Africa.

Pantropical basil species used across Africa, Asia, and Americas for medicinal purposes.

Active Compounds

quinovic acid glycosides, tannins, flavonoids, alkaloids

camphor, eugenol, linalool, methyl cinnamate, caryophyllene

Traditional Uses

fever, malaria, cough, dysentery

headache, cough, digestive disorders, antimicrobial, fever

Modern Uses

antipyretic, anti-malarial, antidiarrheal

antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, insect repellent

Adult Dosage

Bark decoction 5-10g 2x/day

3-5g dried herb or essential oil diluted

Contraindications

pregnancy

pregnancy large doses, children essential oil

Side Effects

GI upset

generally safe at food doses

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E