Dioscorea Dumetorum vs Salix caprea

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Dioscorea Dumetorum

Dioscorea dumetorum

Analgesic

Salix caprea

Analgesic

⚠️ Pregnancy & Nursing Warnings

Dioscorea Dumetorum

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Salix caprea

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Bitter tasting wild yam found across tropical Africa, used in traditional medicine for diabetes, pain, and antimicrobial purposes despite toxicity concerns.

A European willow with salicin-rich bark used for pain, fever, and inflammatory conditions.

Active Compounds

dioscine, trigonosmine, steroidal alkaloids, saponins

salicin, salicortin, catechins, tannins

Traditional Uses

antidiabetic, analgesic, antimicrobial, fever reduction

Pain relief, Fever reduction, Anti-inflammatory use

Modern Uses

antidiabetic research, antimicrobial, pain relief

Analgesic activity, Anti-inflammatory research, Antipyretic use

Adult Dosage

250–500mg standardized extract

1-3g dried bark as tea

Contraindications

pregnancy, liver disease, raw consumption is toxic

Aspirin sensitivity, Pregnancy caution, Children (Reye syndrome risk)

Side Effects

hepatotoxicity, hypoglycemia, nausea

GI irritation, Salicylate sensitivity

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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