Hierba del Cancer vs Osyris Lanceolata

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Hierba del Cancer

Acalypha phleoides

Skin and Topical

Osyris Lanceolata

Osyris lanceolata

Skin and Topical

⚠️ Pregnancy & Nursing Warnings

Hierba del Cancer

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Osyris Lanceolata

✅ Generally safe in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Description

A Mexican folk herb used by Huichol and Nahua peoples for wound healing and skin conditions.

Hemiparasitic shrub found across eastern Africa and the Mediterranean, valued for fragrant wood similar to sandalwood, used medicinally and in perfumery.

Active Compounds

tannins, flavonoids, cyanogenic glycosides

santalol, santalene, sesquiterpenes, flavonoids

Traditional Uses

wound healing, skin conditions, infections

aromatherapy, skin conditions, infections, respiratory, wound healing

Modern Uses

wound healing, antimicrobial, astringent

antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, aromatherapy, skin care

Adult Dosage

Topical application or 3-6g tea daily

Wood chips as incense or oil diluted for topical use

Contraindications

pregnancy, large internal doses

pregnancy internal use, allergy to sandalwood

Side Effects

skin irritation

skin sensitization, contact dermatitis

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E

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