Harrisonia Abyssinica vs Warburgia Ugandensis

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Harrisonia Abyssinica

Harrisonia abyssinica

Antimicrobial

Warburgia ugandensis

Antimicrobial

Harrisonia Abyssinica

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Warburgia Ugandensis

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

East African shrub used for malaria, skin infections, and gastrointestinal disorders across Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania.

East African tree with peppery bark used across Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania for respiratory infections, malaria, and gastrointestinal disorders.

Active Compounds

harrisonin, limonoids, tannins, flavonoids, terpenoids

warburganal, polygodial, muzigadial, isodrimenol, sesquiterpene dialdehydes

Traditional Uses

Malaria treatment, Skin infections, Gastrointestinal disorders, Fever

Respiratory infections, Malaria, Gastrointestinal disorders, Skin infections

Modern Uses

Antimalarial activity, Antibacterial effects, Anti-inflammatory properties, Antifungal action

Antibacterial activity, Antifungal properties, Anti-inflammatory effects, Antimalarial potential

Adult Dosage

Root or bark decoction: 1 cup 2-3 times daily

Bark decoction: 1 cup twice daily

Contraindications

Pregnancy

Pregnancy, Lactation, Gastric ulcers

Side Effects

Mild digestive effects

Pungent irritation, Gastric discomfort at high doses

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E