Plagianthus Regius vs Vitellaria Paradoxa

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Plagianthus Regius

Plagianthus regius

Skin and Topical

Vitellaria paradoxa

Skin and Topical

Description

Large New Zealand native tree used by Maori in traditional medicine for skin conditions and as a cordage plant.

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

Active Compounds

mucilage, tannins, flavonoids

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

Traditional Uses

skin conditions, wound healing, soothing

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

Modern Uses

wound healing, soothing, anti-inflammatory

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

Adult Dosage

Bark or leaf infusion topically or as tea

Shea butter applied topically as needed

Contraindications

allergy to Malvaceae

allergy to shea

Side Effects

very well tolerated

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