Njangsa vs Salvia pratensis

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Njangsa

Ricinodendron heudelotii

Antimicrobial

Antimicrobial

Njangsa

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Salvia pratensis

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

West African tree whose seeds are used as spice and medicine for digestive and pain conditions.

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

Active Compounds

essential oils, fixed oils, saponins, flavonoids, tannins

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

Traditional Uses

Cameroonian digestive remedy, pain relief, skin infections, cough treatment

sore throat, skin infections, wound healing, digestive disorders

Modern Uses

antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, digestive support

antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, astringent, antioxidant

Adult Dosage

2-5g seed powder daily

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

Contraindications

pregnancy in high doses

pregnancy large doses

Side Effects

mild digestive upset

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