Hornstedtia scottiana vs Maytenus Senegalensis

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Hornstedtia scottiana

Digestive

Maytenus senegalensis

Digestive

Hornstedtia scottiana

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Maytenus Senegalensis

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Australian rainforest Zingiberaceae; seeds used as spice substitute; Aboriginal folk uses for digestive complaints.

Southern and East African shrub whose roots and leaves are used for digestive complaints, sexually transmitted infections, and abdominal pain.

Active Compounds

essential oils, terpenes, flavonoids

maytansine, sesquiterpenes, tannins, flavonoids, terpenoids

Traditional Uses

digestive complaints, food flavoring, Aboriginal medicine

Digestive complaints, STI treatment, Abdominal pain, Liver disorders

Modern Uses

digestive stimulant, aromatic carminative

Antimicrobial activity, Anti-inflammatory effects, Antitumor potential, Gastroprotective properties

Adult Dosage

Seeds as spice; 3-5g seed tea 2x/day

Root bark decoction: 1 cup twice daily

Contraindications

Zingiberaceae allergy

Pregnancy, Children (cytotoxic potential)

Side Effects

mild GI upset

Mild nausea, Possible cytotoxic effects at high doses

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E