Dioscorea Cayenensis vs Bauhinia variegata

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Dioscorea Cayenensis

Dioscorea cayenensis

Metabolic

Metabolic

Dioscorea Cayenensis

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Bauhinia variegata

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

West African staple yam with medicinal applications in traditional medicine for metabolic conditions and inflammation.

South Asian ornamental tree; flower buds (Kachnar) used in Ayurveda for skin, thyroid, and digestive conditions.

Active Compounds

diosgenin, steroidal saponins, polyphenols, alkaloids

flavonoids, tannins, glycosides, sterols, luteolin, quercetin

Traditional Uses

rheumatism, skin diseases, ulcers, antispasmodic

skin diseases, thyroid conditions, GI complaints, leprosy support, ulcers

Modern Uses

anti-inflammatory, metabolic support, wound healing

anti-inflammatory, thyroid modulating, astringent, digestive tonic

Adult Dosage

As food or 500mg–1g extract

5-10g bark decoction 2x/day; flower buds as food

Contraindications

raw consumption, allergy

pregnancy, thyroid disorders (thyroid modulation)

Side Effects

skin irritation topically, digestive upset

GI upset

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E