Erythrina senegalensis vs Lonchocarpus cyanescens

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Erythrina senegalensis

Antimicrobial

Antimicrobial

Erythrina senegalensis

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Lonchocarpus cyanescens

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

West African coral tree; bark used across the Sahel for skin diseases, infections, and fever.

West African indigo source; bark used in Yoruba medicine for skin conditions and as antimicrobial.

Active Compounds

erysotrine, alkaloids, flavonoids, tannins

indigotin, flavonoids, tannins, alkaloids

Traditional Uses

skin diseases, infections, fever, venereal diseases

skin diseases, dye production, infections, wound healing

Modern Uses

antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, antipyretic

antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, wound healing, dye source

Adult Dosage

Bark decoction 5-10g 2x/day; bark paste topically

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

Contraindications

pregnancy, large doses (muscle relaxant)

pregnancy

Side Effects

muscle weakness with excess, GI upset

skin staining, GI upset

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E