Scallion Root vs Khaya Anthotheca

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Scallion Root

Allium fistulosum radix

Antimicrobial

Khaya Anthotheca

Khaya anthotheca

Antimicrobial

⚠️ Pregnancy & Nursing Warnings

Scallion Root

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Khaya Anthotheca

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

TCM specific preparation of scallion root bulb used as acute cold-dispelling herb in classical formulas.

Large East African timber tree used medicinally for malaria, fever, and wound healing by various traditional medicine practitioners in Uganda and Tanzania.

Active Compounds

allicin, sulfur compounds, methylallyl trisulfide, quercetin

khayalactone, anthothecol, limonoids, alkaloids, tannins

Traditional Uses

TCM Cong Bai acute cold formula, exterior-releasing cold herb

malaria, fever, wound healing, diarrhea, respiratory infections

Modern Uses

TCM wind-cold dispersal, antimicrobial, diaphoretic

antiplasmodial, antipyretic, antimicrobial, wound healing

Adult Dosage

3-9g fresh bulb as decoction for acute illness

Bark decoction 200ml 2x daily

Contraindications

deficiency conditions, profuse sweating

pregnancy, children under 6, liver disease

Side Effects

sweating increase, GI upset

nausea, mild digestive upset

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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