Murraya koenigii vs Pedra Hume Caa Amazonian

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Murraya koenigii

Metabolic

Myrcia salicifolia

Metabolic

Murraya koenigii

✅ Generally safe in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Pedra Hume Caa Amazonian

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

South Asian culinary herb with significant anti-diabetic, anti-oxidant, and cholesterol-lowering properties.

Brazilian plant used traditionally for diabetes management.

Active Compounds

carbazole alkaloids, mahanine, koenimbine, flavonoids, phenolic acids

Myrciaphenone A,B, Flavonoids, Tannins, Acetophenone derivatives

Traditional Uses

diabetes, hair loss, digestion, anemia, diarrhea

Diabetes, Hypertension, Diarrhea, Cholesterol

Modern Uses

anti-diabetic, cholesterol lowering, hair growth, digestive stimulant

Anti-diabetic, Alpha-glucosidase inhibitor, Antioxidant

Adult Dosage

Fresh leaves daily as food; 1-2g powder 2x/day

2-3g dried leaf as tea 2-3x daily before meals

Contraindications

hypoglycemia medications, anticoagulants

Pregnancy, Diabetes medications, Hypoglycemia

Side Effects

hypoglycemia with high doses

Hypoglycemia, GI upset

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E