Pentadesma butyracea vs Buddleja Globosa

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Pentadesma butyracea

Skin and Topical

Buddleja globosa

Skin and Topical

Pentadesma butyracea

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Buddleja Globosa

✅ Generally safe in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Description

West African tree producing fat similar to shea butter; bark and leaves used medicinally.

Shrub native to Chile and Argentina used in Chilean traditional medicine for wound healing, skin conditions, and gastrointestinal disorders.

Active Compounds

pentadesmic acid, xanthones, flavonoids, tannins, fatty acids

verbascoside, luteolin, apigenin, flavonoids, tannins

Traditional Uses

skin conditions, wound healing, fever, digestive disorders

wound healing, skin conditions, ulcers, digestive disorders, antimicrobial

Modern Uses

emollient, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, wound healing

wound healing, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, astringent

Adult Dosage

Topical application; 3-6g leaf tea internally

5g dried leaves as tea 3x daily or topical poultice

Contraindications

nut allergy

pregnancy high doses, allergy to Scrophulariaceae

Side Effects

generally safe

mild digestive upset

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E