Hakea leucoptera vs Annona squamosa

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Hakea leucoptera

Antimicrobial

Antimicrobial

Hakea leucoptera

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Annona squamosa

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Australian desert shrub used by Aboriginal peoples as water source and medicine for eye conditions.

A tropical fruit tree whose leaves and seeds are used in folk medicine for antiparasitic and antidiabetic purposes.

Active Compounds

tannins, flavonoids, phenolics

acetogenins, squamocin, bullatacin, flavonoids

Traditional Uses

Eye conditions in Aboriginal medicine, Water source in desert, Antiseptic wash

Antiparasitic use, Antidiabetic herb, Wound healing

Modern Uses

Antimicrobial properties, Eye soothing

Antiparasitic activity, Blood sugar management

Adult Dosage

Leaf decoction applied topically

2-3g dried leaf as tea

Contraindications

Eye application requires sterile preparation

Seeds toxic if ingested in excess, Pregnancy caution

Side Effects

None documented

Neurotoxicity from seeds

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E