Ficus Exasperata vs Maerua Angolensis

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Ficus Exasperata

Ficus exasperata

Antimicrobial

Maerua angolensis

Antimicrobial

Ficus Exasperata

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Maerua Angolensis

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

West African fig tree with rough sandpaper-like leaves used for wound healing, antimicrobial treatment, and management of hypertension.

Deciduous tree widespread across the African savanna used in traditional medicine for fever, malaria, and respiratory conditions across East Africa.

Active Compounds

flavonoids, saponins, tannins, alkaloids, sterols

alkaloids, tannins, flavonoids, sterols

Traditional Uses

Wound healing, Hypertension, Stomach disorders, Respiratory conditions

fever, malaria, respiratory conditions, wound healing, stomachache

Modern Uses

Antimicrobial activity, Antihypertensive effects, Wound healing acceleration, Anti-inflammatory properties

antipyretic, antiplasmodial, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory

Adult Dosage

Leaf decoction: 1 cup twice daily

Bark decoction 200ml 3x daily

Contraindications

Pregnancy, Hypotension medication

pregnancy, children under 6

Side Effects

Mild digestive effects, Skin abrasion from direct leaf contact

mild nausea, digestive upset

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E