Grevillea robusta vs Vitellaria Paradoxa

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Grevillea robusta

Skin and Topical

Vitellaria paradoxa

Skin and Topical

Grevillea robusta

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Vitellaria Paradoxa

✅ Generally safe in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Description

Australian Proteaceae tree used by Aboriginal peoples for skin conditions and wound healing.

West African tree whose seeds produce shea butter, used widely in traditional medicine for skin conditions, anti-inflammatory applications, and food.

Active Compounds

grevillin, flavonoids, tannins, phenolics

triterpene alcohols, allantoin, cinnamic acid esters, stearic acid, oleic acid

Traditional Uses

Skin conditions in Aboriginal medicine, Wound healing, Antiseptic use

skin conditions, wound healing, inflammation, muscle pain, sun protection

Modern Uses

Antimicrobial effects, Wound healing

skin moisturizing, wound healing, anti-inflammatory, UV protection

Adult Dosage

Bark decoction for topical use

Shea butter applied topically as needed

Contraindications

Grevillea allergy - can cause contact dermatitis

allergy to shea

Side Effects

Contact dermatitis common

rare allergic contact dermatitis

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E