Jambu vs Waltheria Indica

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Jambu

Acmella paniculata

Analgesic

Waltheria indica

Analgesic

Jambu

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Waltheria Indica

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

A tropical relative of the toothache plant used in Amazonian medicine for pain, immunity, and as a culinary green.

Pantropical shrub used in traditional medicine across Hawaii, Africa, and the Caribbean for respiratory conditions, wound healing, and pain.

Active Compounds

Spilanthol, Scopoletin, Vanillic acid, Trans-ferulic acid

waltherione A, waltherione C, alkaloids, flavonoids, tannins

Traditional Uses

Toothache, Sore throat, Malaria, Immune support

sore throat, respiratory infections, wound healing, pain, diarrhea

Modern Uses

Local anesthetic, Immune stimulant, Antimalarial, Anti-inflammatory

analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, wound healing

Adult Dosage

Chew fresh flowers for oral pain; tincture 1-2ml 3x daily

3–5g dried herb as tea 3x daily

Contraindications

Pregnancy, Daisy allergy

pregnancy, allergy

Side Effects

Excessive salivation, Numbness, GI upset

mild digestive upset

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E