Haematoxylum campechianum vs Psidium Guineense

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Haematoxylum campechianum

Digestive

Psidium guineense

Digestive

Haematoxylum campechianum

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Psidium Guineense

✅ Generally safe in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Description

Central American tree; heartwood red dye source; bark used in folk medicine for diarrhea and fever.

Small tree native to tropical America used in folk medicine across Brazil and the Caribbean for diarrhea, dysentery, and wound healing.

Active Compounds

haematoxylin, tannins, flavonoids, phenolic acids

quercetin, guaijaverin, vitamin C, tannins, essential oils

Traditional Uses

diarrhea, dysentery, fever, skin conditions, dye source

diarrhea, dysentery, wound healing, fever, skin conditions

Modern Uses

astringent, antidiarrheal, antipyretic

antidiarrheal, antimicrobial, wound healing, anti-inflammatory

Adult Dosage

Bark decoction 5-10g 2x/day

5–10g leaves as tea 3x daily or fruit as food

Contraindications

pregnancy, constipation

constipation, pregnancy high doses

Side Effects

constipation with excess tannins

constipation with overuse

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E