Renealmia alpinia vs Clerodendrum Myricoides

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Renealmia alpinia

Antimicrobial

Clerodendrum myricoides

Antimicrobial

Renealmia alpinia

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Clerodendrum Myricoides

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Neotropical Zingiberaceae; used by indigenous communities in Colombia and Ecuador for snakebite and infections.

Shrub native to East Africa used medicinally in Kenya and Ethiopia for fever, skin conditions, and respiratory complaints.

Active Compounds

essential oils, flavonoids, tannins

clerodendrin, terpenoids, flavonoids, alkaloids

Traditional Uses

snakebite (folk), infections, fever, skin conditions

fever, skin conditions, respiratory infections, malaria, headache

Modern Uses

anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antipyretic

antipyretic, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, analgesic

Adult Dosage

Leaf tea 5-10g 2x/day; leaf wrap for wounds

Leaf decoction 200ml 3x daily

Contraindications

pregnancy

pregnancy, children under 6

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