Dicranostigma leptopodum vs Solanum americanum

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Dicranostigma leptopodum

Liver Support

Liver Support

Dicranostigma leptopodum

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Solanum americanum

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Tibetan Papaveraceae herb used in Tibetan Sowa Rigpa medicine for liver and skin conditions.

Pantropical weed closely related to S. nigrum; leaves used similarly in traditional medicine across Africa and Asia.

Active Compounds

alkaloids, flavonoids, tannins

solanine, solanidine, glycoalkaloids, polyphenols, saponins

Traditional Uses

liver conditions, skin diseases, fever

liver conditions, fever, skin diseases, diuretic

Modern Uses

hepatoprotective, anti-inflammatory, antipyretic

hepatoprotective, antipyretic, anti-inflammatory

Adult Dosage

3-5g dried herb tea 2x/day

Leaf decoction 5-10g 2x/day

Contraindications

pregnancy, liver disease

pregnancy, raw consumption, large doses

Side Effects

GI upset

solanine toxicity, GI upset

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E