Khe Khe vs Zygophyllum fabago

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Khe Khe

Averrhoa carambola

Anti-inflammatory

Anti-inflammatory

Khe Khe

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Zygophyllum fabago

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Star fruit leaves and roots used in Vietnamese medicine for headache, fever, chickenpox, and rheumatism.

Middle Eastern and Central Asian succulent herb used in traditional medicine for inflammation and skin conditions.

Active Compounds

oxalic acid, vitamin C, flavonoids, saponins

rutin, kaempferol, flavonoids, saponins, alkaloids

Traditional Uses

headache, fever, chickenpox, rheumatism

inflammation, skin conditions, rheumatism, fever

Modern Uses

antipyretic, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant

anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antipyretic

Adult Dosage

15-30g fresh leaves tea daily

3-5g dried herb tea 2x/day

Contraindications

kidney disease due to high oxalate

pregnancy

Side Effects

kidney toxicity in kidney disease patients

GI upset

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E