Haworthia Attenuata Herb vs Vitellaria Paradoxa

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Haworthia Attenuata Herb

Haworthiopsis attenuata

Skin and Topical

Vitellaria paradoxa

Skin and Topical

Description

South African succulent used in Zulu folk medicine for wound healing and skin conditions; similar to aloe.

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

Active Compounds

tannins, polysaccharides, flavonoids

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

Traditional Uses

wound healing in Zulu folk medicine, treatment of skin conditions, cooling skin remedy

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

Modern Uses

wound healing, anti-inflammatory, skin soothing

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

Adult Dosage

Topical fresh leaf gel as needed

Shea butter applied topically as needed

Contraindications

none established

allergy to shea

Side Effects

rare contact reaction

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