Dodonaea Viscosa vs Aspilia Pluriseta

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Dodonaea Viscosa

Dodonaea viscosa

Anti-inflammatory

Aspilia Pluriseta

Aspilia pluriseta

Anti-inflammatory

⚠️ Pregnancy & Nursing Warnings

Dodonaea Viscosa

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Aspilia Pluriseta

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Pantropical shrub used in traditional medicine across Africa, Asia, Australia, and Americas for fever, toothache, wound healing, and inflammation.

East African herb documented in both human traditional medicine and chimpanzee self-medication; used for intestinal parasites, wound healing, and inflammation.

Active Compounds

hautriwaic acid, dodoneine, flavonoids, saponins, tannins

thiarubrine-A, thiarubrine-C, alpha-terthienyl, flavonoids, phenolic acids

Traditional Uses

Fever treatment, Toothache, Wound healing, Inflammatory conditions

Intestinal worms, Wound healing, Inflammation, Stomachaches

Modern Uses

Antipyretic activity, Anti-inflammatory effects, Analgesic properties, Wound healing support

Antiparasitic activity, Antimicrobial effects, Anti-inflammatory properties, Wound healing

Adult Dosage

Leaf decoction: 1 cup 2-3 times daily

Leaf tea: 1 cup twice daily

Contraindications

Pregnancy

Side Effects

Mild digestive effects, Possible allergic reaction

Mild digestive effects

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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