Koseret Ethiopian vs Warburgia Ugandensis

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Koseret Ethiopian

Lippia adoensis

Antimicrobial

Warburgia ugandensis

Antimicrobial

Koseret Ethiopian

✅ Generally safe in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Warburgia Ugandensis

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Ethiopian aromatic herb used in spice blends and traditional medicine.

East African tree with peppery bark used across Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania for respiratory infections, malaria, and gastrointestinal disorders.

Active Compounds

Linalool, Geraniol, Carvacrol, Thymol

warburganal, polygodial, muzigadial, isodrimenol, sesquiterpene dialdehydes

Traditional Uses

Digestive problems, Respiratory infections, Food preservation, Spice

Respiratory infections, Malaria, Gastrointestinal disorders, Skin infections

Modern Uses

Antimicrobial, Carminative, Food preservative

Antibacterial activity, Antifungal properties, Anti-inflammatory effects, Antimalarial potential

Adult Dosage

2-4g dried leaf as tea or in food

Bark decoction: 1 cup twice daily

Contraindications

Pregnancy in large doses

Pregnancy, Lactation, Gastric ulcers

Side Effects

Rare GI upset

Pungent irritation, Gastric discomfort 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