Hibiscus Acetosella vs Alpinia zerumbet

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Hibiscus Acetosella

Hibiscus acetosella

Cardiovascular

Cardiovascular

Hibiscus Acetosella

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Alpinia zerumbet

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Ornamental annual native to Africa widely used as a vegetable and medicinal herb for hypertension, antioxidant support, and kidney conditions.

East Asian ornamental ginger with significant medicinal properties; leaf tea popular in Okinawa.

Active Compounds

anthocyanins, gossypetin, hibiscetin, ascorbic acid, organic acids

flavonoids, terpinen-4-ol, bornyl acetate, cardamonin, yakuchinones, dihydro-5,6-dehydrokavain

Traditional Uses

hypertension, antioxidant, kidney health, digestive tonic, fever

hypertension, antioxidant, digestive aid, heart health

Modern Uses

antihypertensive, antioxidant, diuretic, anti-inflammatory

antihypertensive, antioxidant, cardioprotective, anti-inflammatory

Adult Dosage

5g fresh leaves as tea or 2–3 cups daily

3-6g dried leaf as tea or essential oil topically

Contraindications

hypertension medications, pregnancy high doses

hypotension, blood pressure medications

Side Effects

mild hypotension, nausea

hypotension with medications

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E