Olearia Traversii vs Vitellaria Paradoxa

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Olearia Traversii

Olearia traversii

Skin and Topical

Vitellaria paradoxa

Skin and Topical

Description

Tree daisy endemic to the Chatham Islands used traditionally by Moriori people for medicinal purposes.

West African tree whose seeds produce shea butter, used widely in traditional medicine for skin conditions, anti-inflammatory applications, and food.

Active Compounds

flavonoids, tannins, sesquiterpene lactones

triterpene alcohols, allantoin, cinnamic acid esters, stearic acid, oleic acid

Traditional Uses

wound healing, skin conditions, anti-inflammatory

skin conditions, wound healing, inflammation, muscle pain, sun protection

Modern Uses

wound healing, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial

skin moisturizing, wound healing, anti-inflammatory, UV protection

Adult Dosage

Leaf tea 3–5g or topical leaf poultice

Shea butter applied topically as needed

Contraindications

allergy to Asteraceae

allergy to shea

Side Effects

mild digestive upset

rare allergic contact dermatitis

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E