Harungana Madagascariensis vs Salvia pratensis

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Harungana Madagascariensis

Harungana madagascariensis

Antimicrobial

Antimicrobial

Harungana Madagascariensis

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Salvia pratensis

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Tropical African tree producing orange latex used in traditional medicine across sub-Saharan Africa for wound healing and antimicrobial applications.

European meadow sage with antibiotic properties; used in folk medicine for throat and skin conditions.

Active Compounds

harunganin, xanthones, anthraquinones, tannins, flavonoids

rosmarinic acid, luteolin, apigenin, ursolic acid, oleanolic acid

Traditional Uses

wound healing, skin infections, malaria, dysentery, anemia

sore throat, skin infections, wound healing, digestive disorders

Modern Uses

wound healing, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, antiplasmodial

antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, astringent, antioxidant

Adult Dosage

Bark decoction 200ml twice daily

3-5g dried herb or 2-3ml tincture daily

Contraindications

pregnancy, internal use of latex, liver disease

pregnancy large doses

Side Effects

skin irritation, hepatotoxicity with prolonged use

generally safe at therapeutic doses

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E