Elemi Resin vs Calliandra calothyrsus

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Elemi Resin

Canarium luzonicum

Skin and Topical

Skin and Topical

Elemi Resin

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Calliandra calothyrsus

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Philippine resinous tree used by indigenous Filipinos for wound healing and skin conditions, now used globally in cosmetics and aromatherapy.

Central American legume tree introduced to Africa and Asia; bark used for wounds and respiratory conditions.

Active Compounds

limonene, alpha-phellandrene, elemol, elemicin, terpineol

tannins, flavonoids, saponins, alkaloids

Traditional Uses

Wound healing in Philippine indigenous medicine, Skin infections and conditions, Respiratory conditions as incense inhalation, Chest conditions

wound healing, cough, skin conditions

Modern Uses

Wound healing, Antimicrobial, Anti-inflammatory, Expectorant

wound healing, expectorant, anti-inflammatory

Adult Dosage

Apply resin or diluted essential oil topically; 2 drops essential oil in diffuser

Bark decoction 5-10g 2x/day; topical poultice

Contraindications

Undiluted essential oil on skin, Internal use caution

pregnancy

Side Effects

Skin sensitization with concentrated preparations

GI upset

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E