Flemingia strobilifera vs Engelhardia spicata

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Flemingia strobilifera

Musculoskeletal

Musculoskeletal

Flemingia strobilifera

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Engelhardia spicata

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

A tropical Asian shrub with medicinal leaves used for skin conditions, rheumatism, and as an astringent.

A Himalayan tree related to walnut; bark and leaves used in folk medicine for rheumatism and skin conditions.

Active Compounds

genistein, flavonoids, tannins, resin

tannins, flavonoids

Traditional Uses

Skin conditions, Rheumatism treatment, Astringent use

Rheumatism treatment, Skin conditions, Astringent use

Modern Uses

Anti-inflammatory activity, Antimicrobial research

Limited modern research

Adult Dosage

2-3g dried leaf as tea

2g bark as tea

Contraindications

Pregnancy caution

Side Effects

Mild reactions

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E