Malva Neglecta Herb vs Acacia nilotica

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Malva Neglecta Herb

Malva neglecta

Digestive

Digestive

Description

Low-growing mallow weed used in folk medicine identically to Malva sylvestris as soothing mucilaginous herb.

Ancient African and Middle Eastern tree; gum used since ancient Egypt; bark and pods medicinal.

Active Compounds

mucilage, flavonoids, phenolic acids

gum arabic, arabinogalactans, gallic acid, ellagic acid, catechin, tannins

Traditional Uses

soothing digestive remedy in European folk medicine, cough treatment, topical skin soothing

digestive disorders, cough, wound healing, gum disease, diarrhea

Modern Uses

demulcent, soothing, anti-inflammatory

prebiotic, astringent, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial

Adult Dosage

3-6g dried herb as tea

5-15g gum or 3-6g bark tea daily

Contraindications

none established

excessive doses, drug absorption interference

Side Effects

none significant

GI bloating, gas, generally safe

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E