Himalayan Neem vs Tlapalezpatli

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Himalayan Neem

Picrasma quassioides

Skin and Topical

Hamelia patens

Skin and Topical

Himalayan Neem

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Tlapalezpatli

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

A Tibetan bitter herb used in Sowa Rigpa to clear heat, dry dampness, and treat skin conditions.

An Aztec medicinal herb used for wound healing, skin conditions, and as an analgesic.

Active Compounds

picrasidine alkaloids, quassinoids, beta-carboline alkaloids

hamelic acid, flavonoids, alkaloids, tannins

Traditional Uses

skin infections, fever, liver heat, digestive issues

wound healing, skin infections, pain, fever

Modern Uses

antimicrobial, antiprotozoal, anti-inflammatory

wound healing, antimicrobial, analgesic, anti-inflammatory

Adult Dosage

3-9g daily

Topical leaf decoction or 3-6g tea daily

Contraindications

pregnancy, cold deficiency conditions

pregnancy

Side Effects

nausea, gastric irritation

generally well tolerated

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E