Phyllanthus maderaspatensis vs Carya illinoinensis

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Phyllanthus maderaspatensis

Liver Support

Liver Support

Phyllanthus maderaspatensis

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Carya illinoinensis

✅ Generally safe in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Description

Indian Phyllanthus species used in Ayurveda and Siddha medicine for liver, skin, and urinary conditions.

North American nut tree with antioxidant shells and leaves with folk medicinal uses for skin and liver conditions.

Active Compounds

phyllanthin, geraniin, ellagic acid, quercetin

tannins, ellagic acid, flavonoids, zinc

Traditional Uses

Liver conditions in Siddha medicine, Skin disorders, Urinary complaints

Skin conditions, Liver tonic, Nutritive food

Modern Uses

Hepatoprotective effects, Antioxidant properties, Antimicrobial

Antioxidant supplementation, Nutritive use

Adult Dosage

5-10 g dried herb as decoction daily

Nuts as food; 2g dried leaf tea

Contraindications

Pregnancy

Nut allergy

Side Effects

None significant

Rare reactions

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E