Dictamnus Albus vs Ichnocarpus Frutescens

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Dictamnus Albus

Dictamnus albus

Skin and Topical

Ichnocarpus Frutescens

Ichnocarpus frutescens

Skin and Topical

⚠️ Pregnancy & Nursing Warnings

Dictamnus Albus

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Ichnocarpus Frutescens

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Aromatic perennial herb of Eurasia whose root bark is used in TCM for clearing heat and drying dampness, used for skin conditions and jaundice.

Slender climbing shrub distributed across tropical Asia used in Ayurvedic medicine as a tonic, diuretic, and blood purifier for skin diseases and rheumatism.

Active Compounds

dictamine, skimmianine, fraxinellone, limonene, alkaloids

ichnocarpine, taraxasterol, lupeol, tannins

Traditional Uses

jaundice, skin conditions, damp heat conditions, rheumatism, fever

skin diseases, rheumatism, fever, diuretic, blood purifier

Modern Uses

antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, skin conditions, antirheumatic

anti-inflammatory, skin support, detoxification, urinary support

Adult Dosage

4.5–9g root bark decoction

3–5g root powder or decoction daily

Contraindications

pregnancy, cold conditions, children

pregnancy, allergy

Side Effects

photosensitization from fresh plant, nausea

mild gastric upset

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E

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