Cryptocarya latifolia vs Plantago lanceolata

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Cryptocarya latifolia

Respiratory

Respiratory

Cryptocarya latifolia

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Plantago lanceolata

✅ Generally safe in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Description

South African Lauraceae tree with bark used in Zulu medicine for respiratory conditions and skin diseases.

European plantain widely used for respiratory conditions and wound healing, rich in aucubin and mucilage.

Active Compounds

alkaloids, flavonoids, tannins, essential oils

aucubin, catalpol, mucilage, tannins, flavonoids

Traditional Uses

cough, skin diseases, wounds

cough, bronchitis, wound healing, ear infections

Modern Uses

expectorant, antimicrobial, wound healing

expectorant, antimicrobial, wound healing, respiratory support

Adult Dosage

Bark decoction 5-10g 2x/day

2-3g dried herb tea 3x/day

Contraindications

pregnancy

known allergy

Side Effects

GI upset

rare allergic reactions

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E