Hebe Stricta vs Acacia nilotica

Shrub endemic to New Zealand, the bark and leaves used by Maori as a primary treatment for diarrhea and bowel conditions, one of the most important Maori medicines.

Ancient African and Middle Eastern tree; gum used since ancient Egypt; bark and pods medicinal.

aucubin, catalpol, iridoids, tannins, flavonoids

gum arabic, arabinogalactans, gallic acid, ellagic acid, catechin, tannins

diarrhea, dysentery, bowel conditions, wound healing, urinary

digestive disorders, cough, wound healing, gum disease, diarrhea

antidiarrheal, astringent, antimicrobial, wound healing

prebiotic, astringent, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial

5–10g dried leaves as tea 3x daily

5-15g gum or 3-6g bark tea daily

constipation, pregnancy high doses

excessive doses, drug absorption interference

constipation with overuse

GI bloating, gas, generally safe