Lophira Alata vs Salvia pratensis

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Lophira Alata

Lophira alata

Antimicrobial

Antimicrobial

Lophira Alata

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Salvia pratensis

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

West African hardwood tree whose seeds yield a fatty oil used medicinally for skin conditions, rheumatism, and as an antimicrobial.

European meadow sage with antibiotic properties; used in folk medicine for throat and skin conditions.

Active Compounds

fatty acids, oleic acid, stearic acid, flavonoids, sterols

rosmarinic acid, luteolin, apigenin, ursolic acid, oleanolic acid

Traditional Uses

Skin conditions, Rheumatic pain, Wound healing, Antimicrobial use

sore throat, skin infections, wound healing, digestive disorders

Modern Uses

Antimicrobial activity, Anti-inflammatory effects, Emollient properties, Antioxidant support

antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, astringent, antioxidant

Adult Dosage

Seed oil applied topically; bark decoction 1 cup daily

3-5g dried herb or 2-3ml tincture daily

Contraindications

Pregnancy (internal), Nut allergy

pregnancy large doses

Side Effects

Contact dermatitis in sensitive individuals

generally safe at therapeutic doses

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E