Pentas lanceolata vs Trichilia Havanensis

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Pentas lanceolata

Anti-inflammatory

Trichilia havanensis

Anti-inflammatory

Pentas lanceolata

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Trichilia Havanensis

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

East African Rubiaceae; leaves used in Kenyan and East African folk medicine for fever and infections.

Tropical tree native to the Caribbean and Mexico used in traditional medicine for fever, inflammation, and as a general tonic.

Active Compounds

iridoids, flavonoids, tannins, alkaloids

limonoids, trichilins, flavonoids, tannins, sterols

Traditional Uses

fever, infections, skin conditions

fever, inflammation, malaria, skin conditions, tonic

Modern Uses

antipyretic, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory

antipyretic, anti-inflammatory, antiparasitic, antioxidant

Adult Dosage

3-5g leaf tea 2x/day

Bark or leaf decoction 200ml 2–3x daily

Contraindications

pregnancy

pregnancy, children without guidance

Side Effects

GI upset

mild nausea, digestive upset

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E