Pittosporum Tenuifolium vs Osyris Lanceolata

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Pittosporum Tenuifolium

Pittosporum tenuifolium

Skin and Topical

Osyris Lanceolata

Osyris lanceolata

Skin and Topical

Description

Small New Zealand tree used by Maori in rongoā medicine for skin conditions and as a tonic.

Hemiparasitic shrub found across eastern Africa and the Mediterranean, valued for fragrant wood similar to sandalwood, used medicinally and in perfumery.

Active Compounds

saponins, tannins, flavonoids, essential oils

santalol, santalene, sesquiterpenes, flavonoids

Traditional Uses

skin conditions, tonic, wound healing, respiratory

aromatherapy, skin conditions, infections, respiratory, wound healing

Modern Uses

skin health, anti-inflammatory, tonic

antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, aromatherapy, skin care

Adult Dosage

Bark or leaf tea 3–5g daily

Wood chips as incense or oil diluted for topical use

Contraindications

allergy to Pittosporaceae

pregnancy internal use, allergy to sandalwood

Side Effects

mild digestive upset

skin sensitization, contact dermatitis

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E

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