Holmskioldia sanguinea vs Securidaca longepedunculata

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Holmskioldia sanguinea

Antimicrobial

Antimicrobial

Holmskioldia sanguinea

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Securidaca longepedunculata

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Himalayan shrub used in Ayurveda and folk medicine for intestinal worms, skin diseases, and rheumatism.

Southern African tree sacred in Venda, Zulu, and Ndebele traditions; used for wide range of conditions.

Active Compounds

flavonoids, terpenoids, alkaloids

methylsalicylate, saponins, coumarins, flavonoids, tannins

Traditional Uses

Intestinal worms in Ayurveda, Skin diseases, Rheumatism treatment

malaria, sexually transmitted infections, pain relief, mental illness, skin diseases

Modern Uses

Antiparasitic properties, Anti-inflammatory, Antimicrobial

antimicrobial, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, anthelmintic

Adult Dosage

5-10 g bark or leaf decoction

Small doses only - bark 0.5-1g; professional supervision

Contraindications

Pregnancy

pregnancy, liver disease, large doses toxic

Side Effects

Mild GI upset

GI irritation, neurotoxic in overdose

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E