Drynaria Fern vs Daniellia Oliveri

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Drynaria Fern

Drynaria roosii

Musculoskeletal

Daniellia oliveri

Musculoskeletal

Drynaria Fern

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Daniellia Oliveri

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

A TCM fern rhizome whose name means mend the shattered; used for fractures, dental pain, hearing loss, and kidney deficiency.

West African tree yielding an oleoresin similar to copaiba, used for joint pain, skin conditions, and respiratory disorders.

Active Compounds

Naringenin, Hesperidin, Sterols, Flavonoids

oleoresin, diterpenes, beta-caryophyllene, sesquiterpenes, tannins

Traditional Uses

Bone fractures and trauma, Kidney deficiency causing tinnitus, Dental pain

Joint pain, Skin conditions, Wound healing, Respiratory disorders

Modern Uses

Bone fracture healing, Osteoporosis prevention, Tinnitus support

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

Adult Dosage

9-15g decoction or 500mg extract twice daily

Topical resin application; internal use under supervision

Contraindications

Avoid in yin deficiency patterns

Pregnancy, Kidney disease (internal resin)

Side Effects

Mild GI discomfort

Skin sensitization, Possible kidney irritation

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E